Serving 38 students in grades 3-6, Wilferth Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29%
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Wilferth Elementary School's student population of 38 students has declined by 11% 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
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilferth Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≤10%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)20-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
92%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% NM state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
How many students attend Wilferth Elementary School?
38 students attend Wilferth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wilferth Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilferth Elementary School?
Wilferth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
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 Municipal Schools School District.
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