Serving 27 students in grades 3-6, Wilferth Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 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 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilferth Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Springer, NM school district, covering approximately 1,037.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 21.2 miles and the furthest edge located 41 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilferth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wilferth Elementary School's student population of 27 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Wilferth Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilferth Elementary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#372 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
11%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
20%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilferth Elementary School's ranking?
Wilferth Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Wilferth Elementary School?
27 students attend Wilferth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wilferth Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilferth Elementary School?
Wilferth Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilferth Elementary School offer ?
Wilferth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilferth Elementary School part of?
Wilferth Elementary School is part of Springer School District.
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