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Best 87144 New Mexico Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,715 students in 87144, NM (there are 1 private school, serving 24 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 87144, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 87144, NM are Mountain View Middle School, Sandia Vista Elementary School and Vista Grande Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87144 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87144, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87144, NM Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4101 Montreal Loop Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 867-0711
Gr: 6-8 | 931 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Sandia Vista Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6800 Franklin Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2526
Gr: PK-5 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Vista Grande Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7001 Chayote Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-2366
Gr: K-5 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Rio Rancho Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1600 Loma Colorado Dr Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-5335
Gr: 6-8 | 1,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Enchanted Hills Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5400 Obregon Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-8526
Gr: K-5 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4800 Cleveland Heights Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 938-0300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,596 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #77.
Cielo Azul Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3804 Shiloh Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2320
Gr: K-5 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1001 Night Sky Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 896-3378
Gr: K-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Sandoval Academy Of Bilingual Education
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4321 Fulcrum Way Ne Suite A
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-0555
Gr: K-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Shining Stars Preschool
Special Education School
2100 Lionel Street Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 892-7735
Gr: PK | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 87144, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87144, NM include Mountain View Middle School, Sandia Vista Elementary School and Vista Grande Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87144?
10 public schools are located in 87144.
What percentage of students in 87144 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 87144 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87144?
87144 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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