Serving 29 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilferth Elementary School's student population of 29 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilferth Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilferth Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#339 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
90%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
10%
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
100%
74%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilferth Elementary School's ranking?
Wilferth Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 810 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?
20-29% 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?
29 students attend Wilferth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wilferth Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilferth Elementary School?
Wilferth Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, 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
What school district is Wilferth Elementary School part of?
Wilferth Elementary School is part of Springer School District.
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