Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rio Rancho Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Rancho Elementary serves the southeast part of Rio Rancho, NM, covering an attendance area of approximately 4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Rancho Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rio Rancho Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Rancho Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Rancho Elementary School's ranking?
Rio Rancho Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Rio Rancho Elementary School often compared to?
Rio Rancho Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corrales Elementary School, Cielo Azul Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Rio Rancho Elementary School?
486 students attend Rio Rancho Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Rio Rancho Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Rancho Elementary School?
Rio Rancho Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rio Rancho Elementary School offer ?
Rio Rancho Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rio Rancho Elementary School part of?
Rio Rancho Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Rancho Elementary School located?
Rio Rancho Elementary School is located in the Corrales Heights neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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