Serving 133 students in grades 6-12, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy's student population of 133 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is 0.58, which is more 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
#41 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
46%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
46%
19%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥80%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)61.7%
41.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Rancho Cyber Academy's ranking?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is ranked #41 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Rio Rancho Cyber Academy often compared to?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academyis often viewed alongside schools like New Mexico Connections Academy, The Ask Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy?
The graduation rate of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Rio Rancho Cyber Academy?
133 students attend Rio Rancho Cyber Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Rancho Cyber Academy?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rio Rancho Cyber Academy offer ?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Rio Rancho Cyber Academy part of?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is part of Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Rancho Cyber Academy located?
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy is located in the Urban Center neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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