La Plata Middle School is located at 1000 East College Boulevard in Silver City, NM 88061, placing it in a neighborhood where residential streets mix with local institutions and community gathering spots. The school serves 7–8th graders. The latest state figures show 288 students and a student–teacher ratio near 12:1. Recent New Mexico test results show 22% of students are proficient in math and 35% in reading. About 47% of students are female and 53% are male. At La Plata Middle School, teachers work to connect academic learning with club activities, group projects, and collaborative opportunities that help students build engagement and confidence throughout the middle school years. In the local real estate environment, typical property values around the school generally range from about $180,000 to $260,000, giving families various housing options close to downtown Silver City, community clinics, and recreational spaces. Many parents say staff keeps families informed about student progress and involves caregivers in school events, helping students feel supported academically and socially. With ongoing efforts to strengthen instruction and community links, La Plata Middle School is working steadily toward becoming one of the best middle schools in New Mexico.