Needs Improvement
#851 of 864 schools in NM
Sixth Street Elementary
Elementary School · SILVER CITY
405 WEST 6TH, Silver City, NM 88061
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#851 of 864
In Silver City
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
SILVER CITY
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Sixth Street Elementary
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About Sixth Street Elementary
Sixth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Silver City, NM, part of SILVER CITY. Sixth Street Elementary serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sixth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #851 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Sixth Street Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Sixth Street Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
59% of students at Sixth Street Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sixth Street Elementary — Students at Sixth Street Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.
How Sixth Street Elementary Compares
See how Sixth Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 WEST 6TH, Silver City, NM 88061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sixth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby San Lorenzo), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLIFF ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 23.4 miles away, in nearby Cliff), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silver City, see our Silver City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 39.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER Silver City | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY Silver City | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| HARRISON SCHMITT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| SILVER SCHOLARS ACADEMY Silver City | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SILVER HIGH Silver City | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silver City | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Clara | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 8.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 8.5 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 8.5 mi | 4.5 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 10.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo | 20.1 mi | 9.5 |
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff | 23.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CLIFF HIGH Cliff | 23.4 mi | 5.9 |
| R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 38.4 mi | 5.3 |
| LORDSBURG HIGH Lordsburg | 38.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 39.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,099
Median Home Value
$185,000
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
17,546
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
49.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 3.2 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 3.2 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola, NM | 3.1 |
| NEWCOMB ELEMENTARY Newcomb, NM | 3.4 |
| NORTH ELEMENTARY Alamogordo, NM | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sixth Street Elementary
What grades does Sixth Street Elementary serve?
Sixth Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Sixth Street Elementary?
Sixth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sixth Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sixth Street Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sixth Street Elementary rank in NM?
Sixth Street Elementary ranks #851 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Sixth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sixth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sixth Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sixth Street Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Sixth Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Sixth Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sixth Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sixth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sixth Street Elementary?
43.0% of students at Sixth Street Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (575) 956-2150
Resources & Links
District
SILVER CITY- District Enrollment
- 2,251
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,057
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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