LA PLATA MIDDLE SCHOOL

LA PLATA MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the SILVER CITY school district, located in SILVER CITY, NM with about 298 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, LA PLATA MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

LA PLATA MIDDLE School, located at 3500 North Silver St. in Silver City, New Mexico, serves as a key educational institution within the Silver City Consolidated School District. Catering to students in the middle school grade levels, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development characteristic of the adolescent years. As a community-centered school, it strives to prepare students for the transition to high school by offering a curriculum designed to build foundational skills in core subjects while encouraging student engagement and participation in extracurricular activities.

The school operates under the philosophy of supporting the diverse needs of the local Silver City community. By leveraging its resources and staff, LA PLATA MIDDLE School emphasizes the importance of communication between educators, families, and students to ensure a supportive learning atmosphere. While the school’s digital presence on the Edline platform serves as a central hub for administrative updates, calendar events, and academic resources, the institution remains focused on its primary mission: providing a structured and encouraging space where students can explore their potential and develop the critical thinking skills necessary for future success.

For more information, contact LA PLATA MIDDLE at (505) 956-2000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.