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#772 of 864 schools in NM

Enchanted Hills Elementary

Elementary School · RIO RANCHO

5400 OBREGON RD. NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144

Enrollment

641

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#772 of 864

In Rio Rancho

#19 of 22

public schools

In district

#17 of 20

RIO RANCHO

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Enchanted Hills Elementary

4.3/10

Elementary School in Rio Rancho · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Enchanted Hills Elementary

Enchanted Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Rio Rancho, NM, part of RIO RANCHO. Enchanted Hills Elementary serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Enchanted Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Enchanted Hills Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NM avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,392
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Enchanted Hills Elementary — Students at Enchanted Hills Elementary score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 19 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
46%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
42%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.

How Enchanted Hills Elementary Compares

See how Enchanted Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
11th percentile in NM
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5400 OBREGON RD. NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Enchanted Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORRALES ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Corrales), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SANDIA VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Corrales), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rio Rancho, see our Rio Rancho schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho 1.0 mi 4.7
THE ASK ACADEMY Rio Rancho 1.8 mi 7.9
RIO RANCHO MIDDLE SCHOOL Rio Rancho 1.8 mi 5.4
RIO RANCHO ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho 2.4 mi 4.7
SANDIA VIEW ACADEMY Corrales 2.5 mi 5.7
SANDIA VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corrales 2.5 mi 6.0
CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho 2.6 mi 5.8
SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL Rio Rancho 2.3 mi 3.8
RIO RANCHO HIGH Rio Rancho 2.7 mi 6.0
RIO RANCHO CYBER ACADEMY Rio Rancho 3.2 mi 7.6
SANDIA VISTA ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho 3.2 mi 5.5
ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho 2.9 mi 5.2
CORRALES ELEMENTARY Corrales 3.5 mi 6.7
EAGLE RIDGE MIDDLE Rio Rancho 3.2 mi 5.9
LEAP INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rio Rancho 3.8 mi
COTTONWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corrales 4.1 mi
MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Rio Rancho 3.9 mi 5.4
LINCOLN MIDDLE Rio Rancho 3.7 mi 4.6
VISTA GRANDE ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho 4.6 mi 5.2
SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION Rio Rancho 4.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,973

Median Home Value

$280,600

Median Rent

$1,670/mo

Population

49,976

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

37.7

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School Rating
CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho, NM 4.3
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FAIRACRES ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM 4.4
CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield, NM 4.5
LAVALAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM 4.5
PAINTED SKY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Enchanted Hills Elementary

What grades does Enchanted Hills Elementary serve?

Enchanted Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Enchanted Hills Elementary?

Enchanted Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Enchanted Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Enchanted Hills Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Enchanted Hills Elementary rank in NM?

Enchanted Hills Elementary ranks #772 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Enchanted Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Enchanted Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Enchanted Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Enchanted Hills Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Enchanted Hills Elementary a charter school?

No, Enchanted Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Enchanted Hills Elementary a Title I school?

No, Enchanted Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Enchanted Hills Elementary?

30.1% of students at Enchanted Hills Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sandoval County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

RIO RANCHO
District Enrollment
16,725
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,392
District Rank
#17 of 20

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