Rio Rancho High School is a public high school located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States. It is a part of the Rio Rancho Public Schools.
Serving 2,554 students in grades 9-12, Rio Rancho High 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 25% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Rancho High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Rio Rancho High School's student population of 2,554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
White, Green, Navy Blue, Hunter green
School Rankings
Rio Rancho High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Rancho High School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#242 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
59%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)88%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Rancho High School's ranking?
Rio Rancho High School is ranked #242 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Rio Rancho High School often compared to?
Rio Rancho High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Rancho High School?
The graduation rate of Rio Rancho High School is 88%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Rio Rancho High School?
2,554 students attend Rio Rancho High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Rio Rancho High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rio Rancho High School?
Rio Rancho High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rio Rancho High School offer ?
Rio Rancho High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rio Rancho High School part of?
Rio Rancho High School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Rancho High School located?
Rio Rancho High School is located in the Loma Colorado neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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