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Best 87124 New Mexico Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,956 students in 87124, NM (there are 4 private schools, serving 585 private students). 94% 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, Joe Harris Elementary School and Ernest Stapleton 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 34% (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 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87124, NM Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Ask Academy
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4550 Sundt Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
Gr: 6-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Joe Harris Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2100 10th Street Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-0706
Gr: K-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3100 Stapleton Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-8473
Gr: K-5 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Martin King Jr Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1301 Nicklaus Dr Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-2575
Gr: K-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2287 Lema Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Eagle Ridge Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
800 Fruta Rd
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-6630
Gr: 6-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Rio Rancho Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4601 Pepe Ortiz Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-0220
Gr: K-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #88.
Rio Rancho High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
301 Loma Colorado Dr Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,568 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Maggie Cordova Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1500 Veranda Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-0229
Gr: K-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1010.
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
450 Southern Blvd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-3305
Gr: K-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
421 Quantum Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Gr: 9-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Explore Academy - Rio Rancho
Charter School
6090 Zenith Court
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 306-5283
Gr: K-7 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

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, Joe Harris Elementary School and Ernest Stapleton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87124?
13 public schools are located in 87124.
What percentage of students in 87124 go to public school?
94% 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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