For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,322 students in 87124, NM.
The top ranked public middle schools in 87124, NM are The Ask Academy, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy and Lincoln 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87124, NM Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
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 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1330 Jackie Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-7222
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-7222
Gr: 6-12 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
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 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
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 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87124?
4 public middle schools are located in 87124.
What is the racial composition of students in 87124?
87124 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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