For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 61 students in Springer, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Springer, NM is Wilferth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Springer, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Springer have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Springer, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilferth Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
311 Miranda
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Gr: 3-6 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
311 Miranda
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Gr: PK-2 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Springer, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Springer, NM include Wilferth Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Springer?
2 public elementary schools are located in Springer.
What is the racial composition of students in Springer?
Springer public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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