Eagle Ridge Middle School

800 Fruta Rd
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 865 students in grades 6-8, Eagle Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 865 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

School Overview

Eagle Ridge Middle School's student population of 865 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
865 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Eagle Ridge Middle School is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (NM)
(18-19)
<50%
21%
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(18-19)
<50%
33%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Eagle Ridge Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Mexico by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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American Indian
4%
12%
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Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
61%
62%
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Black
1%
2%
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White
28%
21%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.55
This chart display the diversity score of Eagle Ridge Middle School and the public school average diversity score of New Mexico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
74%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Eagle Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Eagle Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Rancho Middle School, Lincoln Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Eagle Ridge Middle School?
865 students attend Eagle Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Eagle Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle Ridge Middle School?
Eagle Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eagle Ridge Middle School offer ?
Eagle Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eagle Ridge Middle School part of?
Eagle Ridge Middle School is part of Rio Rancho Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Eagle Ridge Middle School located?
Eagle Ridge Middle School is located in the Broadmoor Center neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Broadmoor Center.

School Reviews

5   4/10/2012
My daughter is an 8th grader at ERMS, previously she attended Cyber Academy because I pulled her out of RRMS due to the issues that weren't being handled at the school. She LOVES being at this school which is so refreshing to see. I had only heard negative comments about this school so I was apprehensive at first to enroll her there, but we had recently moved to this district. I felt instant relief when I saw the principal, I appreciate the improvements she's made at the school and she really has a heart for the children. My daughters team of teachers especially two, really put effort into making sure the kids understand and retain what they're learning. I would highly recommend this school.
- Posted by Parent - rdjpa

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 865 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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