For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 6,126 students in Rio Rancho, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in Rio Rancho, NM are The Ask Academy, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy and Cleveland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Rancho, NM public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in Rio Rancho have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public high schools.
Rio Rancho, NM public high school have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rio Rancho Cyber Academy, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Rio Rancho, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Ask Academy
Charter School
(Math: 63% | 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
Grades: 6-12
| 592 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
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
| 153 students
Rank: #33.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4800 Cleveland Heights Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 938-0300
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 938-0300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,625 students
Rank: #44.
Rio Rancho High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%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: #55.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
421 Quantum Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Grades: 9-12
| 202 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Rio Rancho, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in Rio Rancho, NM include The Ask Academy, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy and Cleveland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Rio Rancho?
5 public high schools are located in Rio Rancho.
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Rancho?
Rio Rancho public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Rio Rancho are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Rio Rancho include: Cleveland High School vs. Rio Rancho High School, Rio Rancho High School vs. Cleveland High School, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy vs. The Ask Academy
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