For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,775 students in 87144, NM (there are 1 private school, serving 24 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 87144, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87144, NM are Vista Grande Elementary School, Cielo Azul Elementary School and Mountain View Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87144 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in 87144, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87144, NM Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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: 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87144, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87144, NM include Vista Grande Elementary School, Cielo Azul Elementary School and Mountain View Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 87144, NM?
10 public schools are located in 87144, NM.
What percentage of students in 87144, NM go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 87144, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87144, NM?
87144, NM public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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