For the 2024 school year, there are 23 public schools serving 18,077 students in Rio Rancho, NM (there are 5 private schools, serving 656 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Rio Rancho, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in Rio Rancho, NM are Rio Rancho High School, Vista Grande Elementary School and Cielo Azul Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Rancho, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in Rio Rancho have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rio Rancho, NM (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rio Rancho High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 Loma Colorado Dr Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-5600
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,554 students
Rank: #22.
Vista Grande Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7001 Chayote Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-2366
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-2366
Grades: K-5
| 738 students
Rank: #3 - 83. - 8.
Cielo Azul Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3804 Shiloh Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2320
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2320
Grades: K-5
| 663 students
Rank: #3 - 83. - 8.
Eagle Ridge Middle School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
800 Fruta Rd
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-6630
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-6630
Grades: 6-8
| 865 students
Rank: #3 - 83. - 8.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2287 Lema Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-1100
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-1100
Grades: 6-8
| 858 students
Rank: #3 - 83. - 8.
Martin King Jr Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1301 Nicklaus Dr Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-2575
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-2575
Grades: K-5
| 646 students
Rank: #3 - 83. - 8.
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
450 Southern Blvd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-3305
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-3305
Grades: K-5
| 631 students
Rank: #3 - 83. - 8.
Rio Rancho Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4601 Pepe Ortiz Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-0220
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-0220
Grades: K-5
| 520 students
Rank: #99.
The Ask Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4550 Sundt Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
Grades: 6-12
| 564 students
Rank: #1010.
Mountain View Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4101 Montreal Loop Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 867-0711
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 867-0711
Grades: 6-8
| 911 students
Rank: #1111.
Enchanted Hills Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5400 Obregon Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-8526
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-8526
Grades: K-5
| 716 students
Rank: #1212.
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3100 Stapleton Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-8473
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-8473
Grades: K-5
| 831 students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4800 Cleveland Heights Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 938-0300
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 938-0300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,561 students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1330 Jackie Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-7222
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-7222
Grades: 6-12
| 298 students
Rank: #1515.
Sandia Vista Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 34% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6800 Franklin Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2526
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2526
Grades: PK-5
| 630 students
Rank: #1616.
Maggie Cordova Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Veranda Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-0229
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-0229
Grades: K-5
| 653 students
Rank: #1717.
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 28% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 Night Sky Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 896-3378
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 896-3378
Grades: K-5
| 601 students
Rank: #1818.
Rio Rancho Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 Loma Colorado Dr Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-5335
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-5335
Grades: 6-8
| 1,159 students
Rank: #1919.
Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4321 Fulcrum Way Ne Suite A
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-0555
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-0555
Grades: K-8
| 221 students
Rank: #2020.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
421 Quantum Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Grades: 9-12
| 210 students
Rank: n/an/a
2100 10th Street Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Grades: K-5
| 446 students
Rank: n/an/a
Shining Stars Preschool
Special Education School
2100 Lionel Street Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 892-7735
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 892-7735
Grades: PK
| 575 students
Rank: n/an/a
2100 10th Street Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Grades: K-5
| 226 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rio Rancho, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Rio Rancho, NM include Rio Rancho High School, Vista Grande Elementary School and Cielo Azul Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rio Rancho, NM?
23 public schools are located in Rio Rancho, NM.
What percentage of students in Rio Rancho, NM go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Rio Rancho, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Rancho, NM?
Rio Rancho, NM public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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