Ernest Stapleton Elementary vs Rio Rancho High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 972 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ernest Stapleton Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
798 students
Rio Rancho High
Rio Rancho · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,568 students
| Measure | Ernest Stapleton Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Rio Rancho High Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #292 of 416 | #89 of 156 |
| National rank | #46471 of 50,301 | #15707 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 798 | 2,568 |
| Enrollment | 798 | 2,568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.2 vs 17.4).
- •Ernest Stapleton Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 19.9).
- •Rio Rancho High is the larger school with 2,568 students compared with 798.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ernest Stapleton Elementary better than Rio Rancho High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ernest Stapleton Elementary and Rio Rancho High?
About 972 m in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary: 798. Rio Rancho High: 2,568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ernest Stapleton Elementary and Rio Rancho High rank in New Mexico?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary is 292nd of 416 and Rio Rancho High is 89th of 156 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).