Silver Scholars Academy serves 38 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Silver Scholars Academy's student population of 38 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silver Scholars Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
89%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Silver Scholars Academy?
38 students attend Silver Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Silver Scholars Academy students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Scholars Academy?
Silver Scholars Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Silver Scholars Academy offer ?
Silver Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Scholars Academy part of?
Silver Scholars Academy is part of Silver City School District.
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