Serving 205 students in grades 6-12, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy's student population of 205 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is 0.59, which is more 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
#105 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
44%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)98%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Rancho Cyber Academy's ranking?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is ranked #105 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Rio Rancho Cyber Academy often compared to?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academyis often viewed alongside schools like The Ask Academy, New Mexico Connections Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy?
The graduation rate of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is 98%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Rio Rancho Cyber Academy?
205 students attend Rio Rancho Cyber Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rio Rancho Cyber Academy offer ?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rio Rancho Cyber Academy part of?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is part of Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Rancho Cyber Academy located?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is located in the Urban Center neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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