For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,658 students in 87124, NM.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87124, NM are The Ask Academy, Lincoln Middle School and Eagle Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87124 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87124, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87124, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Ask Academy
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4550 Sundt Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
Gr: 6-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2287 Lema Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-1100
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Eagle Ridge Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 Fruta Rd
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-6630
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-6630
Gr: 6-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Explore Academy - Rio Rancho
Charter School
6090 Zenith Court
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 306-5283
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 306-5283
Gr: K-7 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87124, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87124, NM include The Ask Academy, Lincoln Middle School and Eagle Ridge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87124?
5 public middle schools are located in 87124.
What is the racial composition of students in 87124?
87124 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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