At a glance
Reported students
732
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
51.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Mexico middle enrollment
92nd percentile
Compared with 156 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
656.5
Eagle Ridge Middle: 732 reported students.
State peer staffing position
73rd percentile
14.2:1 reported; state peer median 12.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 865
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58.73
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.7:1
What the reported data says about Eagle Ridge Middle
Eagle Ridge Middle is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Rio Rancho. It is one of 21 current school records connected to Rio Rancho Public Schools. NCES reports 732 students for 2024–25.
Among 156 middle schools in New Mexico with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 306.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 92nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.2:1, above the New Mexico median of 12.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (62.4%) and White (26%). English learners represent 9.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 20.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Eagle Ridge Middle
- 1How do the reported 14.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 51.6 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 20.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 100%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White26%
- Hispanic62.4%
- Black1.1%
- Asian0.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native2.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Rio Rancho Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lincoln Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
805 reported students
Mountain View Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
931 reported students
Rio Rancho Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,024 reported students
Sandia Vista Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
713 reported students
Vista Grande Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
786 reported students
Enchanted Hills Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
673 reported students
Public schools near Eagle Ridge Middle
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Middle Middle · Rio Rancho Public Schools | 06–08 | 805 | 1.1 mi |
| Rio Rancho Middle School Middle · Rio Rancho Public Schools | 06–08 | 1,024 | 1.6 mi |
| James Monroe Middle Middle · Albuquerque Public Schools | 06–08 | 630 | 6 mi |
| Mountain View Middle Middle · Rio Rancho Public Schools | 06–08 | 931 | 6.4 mi |
| Taylor Middle Middle · Albuquerque Public Schools | 06–08 | 245 | 7.1 mi |
| Tony Hillerman Middle School Middle · Albuquerque Public Schools | 06–08 | 860 | 7.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Eagle Ridge Middle
What grades does Eagle Ridge Middle serve?
Eagle Ridge Middle reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Rio Rancho Public Schools.
How many students attend Eagle Ridge Middle?
Eagle Ridge Middle reported 732 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 92nd percentile among 156 New Mexico middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 865 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Eagle Ridge Middle?
The calculated ratio is 14.2:1, based on 732 students and 51.6 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Mexico median for the same school level is 12.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Eagle Ridge Middle a public, charter, or magnet school?
Eagle Ridge Middle is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Rio Rancho Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Eagle Ridge Middle students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
100% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Eagle Ridge Middle in?
Eagle Ridge Middle is part of Rio Rancho Public Schools, based in Rio Rancho, NM, which operates 21 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Eagle Ridge Middle?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lincoln Middle (1.1 mi), Rio Rancho Middle School (1.6 mi), James Monroe Middle (6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.