For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,501 students in 87124, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in 87124, NM are The Ask Academy, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy and Rio Rancho High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 87124 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87124, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 87124 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rio Rancho Cyber Academy, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87124, NM ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Ask Academy
Charter School
(Math: 63% | 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
Grades: 6-12
| 592 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Rancho Cyber Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1330 Jackie Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-7222
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-7222
Grades: 6-12
| 153 students
Rank: #33.
Rio Rancho High School
(Math: 24% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 2,554 students
Rank: #44.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
421 Quantum Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 338-4658
Grades: 9-12
| 202 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 87124, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87124, NM include The Ask Academy, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy and Rio Rancho High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87124?
4 public high schools are located in 87124.
What is the racial composition of students in 87124?
87124 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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