Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rio Rancho Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (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 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Rancho Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rio Rancho Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rio Rancho Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 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
#244 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
62%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
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 #244 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
27% 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?
534 students attend Rio Rancho Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Rio Rancho Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 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 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rio Rancho Elementary School offer ?
Rio Rancho Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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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