For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,111 students in 87124, NM (there are 4 private schools, serving 705 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 87124, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87124, NM are The Ask Academy, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy and Joe Harris Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87124 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87124, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87124, NM Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Ask Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
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
| 625 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy
Magnet School
(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
| 205 students
Rank: #33.
Joe Harris Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2100 10th Street Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Grades: K-5
| 517 students
Rank: #44.
Martin King Jr Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 Nicklaus Dr Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-2575
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-2575
Grades: K-5
| 628 students
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2287 Lema Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-1100
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-1100
Grades: 6-8
| 823 students
Rank: #66.
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3100 Stapleton Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-8473
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-8473
Grades: K-5
| 815 students
Rank: #77.
Eagle Ridge Middle School
Magnet 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
Grades: 6-8
| 823 students
Rank: #88.
Rio Rancho Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4601 Pepe Ortiz Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-0220
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-0220
Grades: K-5
| 534 students
Rank: #99.
Maggie Cordova Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 Veranda Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-0229
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-0229
Grades: K-5
| 674 students
Rank: #1010.
Rio Rancho High School
Magnet 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
| 2,573 students
Rank: #1111.
Sparrk Online Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2100 10th Street Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Grades: K-5
| 86 students
Rank: #1212.
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 Southern Blvd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-3305
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-3305
Grades: K-5
| 597 students
Rank: #1313.
Independence High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
| 211 students
Rank: n/an/a
Explore Academy - Rio Rancho
Charter School
6090 Zenith Court
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 306-5283
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 306-5283
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87124, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87124, NM include The Ask Academy, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy and Joe Harris Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87124?
14 public schools are located in 87124.
What percentage of students in 87124 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 87124 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87124?
87124 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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