For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 6,011 students in Rio Rancho, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in Rio Rancho, NM are The Ask Academy, Cleveland High School and Rio Rancho High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Rancho, NM public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in Rio Rancho have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public high schools.
Rio Rancho, NM public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cleveland High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Rio Rancho, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Ask Academy
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4550 Sundt Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
Gr: 6-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4800 Cleveland Heights Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 938-0300
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 938-0300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,596 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Rio Rancho High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Loma Colorado Dr Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-5600
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 896-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,568 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
421 Quantum Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Gr: 9-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Rio Rancho, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in Rio Rancho, NM include The Ask Academy, Cleveland High School and Rio Rancho High School.
How many public high schools are located in Rio Rancho?
5 public high schools are located in Rio Rancho.
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Rancho?
Rio Rancho public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Rio Rancho are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Rio Rancho include: Cleveland High School vs. Rio Rancho High School, Rio Rancho High School vs. Cleveland High School, Independence High School vs. Rio Rancho High School
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