For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 166 students in Silver City, NM.
Silver City, NM public preschools have a diversity score of 0.42, which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 0.50.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Silver City, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: 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 preschools in Silver City, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in Silver City, NM include Sixth Street Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Silver City?
2 public preschools are located in Silver City.
What is the racial composition of students in Silver City?
Silver City public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
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