For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,558 students in 87144, NM.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 87144 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87144, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87144, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4101 Montreal Loop Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 867-0711
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 867-0711
Gr: 6-8 | 902 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Sandia Vista Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6800 Franklin Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2526
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2526
Gr: PK-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Vista Grande Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7001 Chayote Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-2366
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-2366
Gr: K-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Rio Rancho Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Loma Colorado Dr Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-5335
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-5335
Gr: 6-8 | 1,125 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Enchanted Hills Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5400 Obregon Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-8526
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 891-8526
Gr: K-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Cielo Azul Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3804 Shiloh Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2320
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2320
Gr: K-5 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 Night Sky Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 896-3378
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 896-3378
Gr: K-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #88.
Sandoval Academy Of Bilingual Education
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4321 Fulcrum Way Ne Suite A
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-0555
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 771-0555
Gr: K-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87144, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87144, NM include Mountain View Middle School, Sandia Vista Elementary School and Vista Grande Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87144?
8 public elementary schools are located in 87144.
What is the racial composition of students in 87144?
87144 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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