Best Rio Rancho Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,303 students in Rio Rancho, NM.
The top-ranked public preschool in Rio Rancho, NM is Sandia Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Rancho, NM public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in Rio Rancho have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Rio Rancho, NM (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandia Vista Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6800 Franklin Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2526
Gr: PK-5 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Shining Stars Preschool
Special Education School
2100 Lionel Street Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 892-7735
Gr: PK | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Rio Rancho, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in Rio Rancho, NM include Sandia Vista Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Rio Rancho?
2 public preschools are located in Rio Rancho.
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Rancho?
Rio Rancho public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).

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