For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,114 students in Silver City, NM (there are 2 private schools, serving 169 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Silver City, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in Silver City, NM are Jose Barrios Elementary School, Aldo Leopold Charter and G.w.stout Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Silver City, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Silver City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Silver City, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jose Barrios Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1625 Little Walnut
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2120
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2120
Gr: 1-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Aldo Leopold Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 W 10th St
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 538-2547
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 538-2547
Gr: 6-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
G.w.stout Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2601 North Silver St
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2100
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2100
Gr: 1-6 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Sixth Street Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
405 West 6th
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2150
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2150
Gr: K | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
La Plata Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3500 North Silver St
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2060
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2060
Gr: 7-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Harrison Schmitt Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4042 Hwy 90 Sw
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2170
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2170
Gr: 1-6 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Silver High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3200 North Silver St
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2158
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2158
Gr: 9-12 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
600 E 32nd Street
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2140
Silver City, NM 88061
(575) 956-2140
Gr: PK | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Silver City, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Silver City, NM include Jose Barrios Elementary School, Aldo Leopold Charter and G.w.stout Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Silver City?
8 public schools are located in Silver City.
What percentage of students in Silver City go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Silver City are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Silver City?
Silver City public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Silver City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Silver City include: Jose Barrios Elementary School vs. Harrison Schmitt Elementary School
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