Silver Scholars Academy serves 43 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Scholars Academy's student population of 43 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
43 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silver Scholars Academy is 0.34, 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
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
79%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
19%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)79.1%
41.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Silver Scholars Academy?
43 students attend Silver Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Silver Scholars Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Scholars Academy?
Silver Scholars Academy has a student ration of 7:1, 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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