Serving 334 students in grades 1-6, G.w.stout Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
G.w.stout Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
G.w.stout 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 G.w.stout Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#260 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
82%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G.w.stout Elementary School's ranking?
G.w.stout Elementary School is ranked #260 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend G.w.stout Elementary School?
334 students attend G.w.stout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of G.w.stout Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G.w.stout Elementary School?
G.w.stout Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does G.w.stout Elementary School offer ?
G.w.stout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is G.w.stout Elementary School part of?
G.w.stout Elementary School is part of Silver City School District.
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