Middle Schools in Silver City

Silver City, New Mexico is home to a single middle school, La Plata Middle School, which serves grades 7-8. Despite being the sole middle school in the area, La Plata Middle stands out as a solidly performing institution, ranking in the top third of all middle schools in the state of New Mexico.

La Plata Middle School has maintained a consistent 3-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past three school years, indicating stable and reliable performance. The school outperforms the state average in proficiency rates for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, with 46%, 18%, and 49% proficiency respectively, compared to state averages of 39%, 25%, and 36%. Within the Silver City school district, La Plata Middle ranks 33 out of 119 schools, placing it in the top third of the district.

While La Plata Middle School serves a student population that is 100% eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high poverty rates, the school's strong academic performance suggests it is providing a quality education to its students despite these challenges. The school's consistent 3-star rating and top-third ranking within the state and district demonstrate that La Plata Middle is a standout institution in the Silver City area.