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#77 of 100 private schools in NM
St Thomas Aquinas School
Elementary School
1100 HOOD RD SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#77 of 100
In Rio Rancho
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Thomas Aquinas School
Elementary School in Rio Rancho · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas Aquinas School
St Thomas Aquinas School is a private elementary school in Rio Rancho, NM. St Thomas Aquinas School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas Aquinas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Thomas Aquinas School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Thomas Aquinas School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Rio Rancho, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas Aquinas School (this school) | 5.5 |
| PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY | 3.5 |
| MAGGIE CORDOVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE | 4.6 |
| MARTIN KING JR ELEMENTARY | 4.8 |
| EAGLE RIDGE MIDDLE | 5.9 |
| ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY | 5.2 |
| COLINAS DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY | 5.8 |
| RIO RANCHO CYBER ACADEMY | 7.6 |
| RIO RANCHO ELEMENTARY | 4.7 |
| THE ASK ACADEMY | 7.9 |
| RIO RANCHO MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL | 3.8 |
| CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| ENCHANTED HILLS ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| SANDIA VISTA ELEMENTARY | 5.5 |
| VISTA GRANDE ELEMENTARY | 5.2 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE | 5.4 |
| SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION | 7.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NM.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NM
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1100 HOOD RD SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas Aquinas School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COYOTE WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores notably higher. Another option is VENTANA RANCH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rio Rancho, see our Rio Rancho schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOSPEL LIGHT BAPTIST ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| MAGGIE CORDOVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE Rio Rancho | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MARTIN KING JR ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| EAGLE RIDGE MIDDLE Rio Rancho | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| COYOTE WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 3.2 mi | 9.5 |
| SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| RIO RANCHO HIGH Rio Rancho | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| COLINAS DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PARADISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| VENTANA RANCH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| JAMES MONROE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| LEAP INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 3.3 mi | — |
| SUNSET VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SEVEN BAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
| RIO RANCHO CYBER ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| CIBOLA HIGH Albuquerque | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,278
Median Home Value
$262,800
Median Rent
$1,380/mo
Population
58,402
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
40.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas Aquinas School
What grades does St Thomas Aquinas School serve?
St Thomas Aquinas School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas Aquinas School?
St Thomas Aquinas School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas Aquinas School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas Aquinas School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas Aquinas School rank in NM?
St Thomas Aquinas School ranks #77 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is St Thomas Aquinas School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas Aquinas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas Aquinas School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas Aquinas School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Thomas Aquinas School a religious school?
St Thomas Aquinas School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 357
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sandoval County
- Phone
- (505) 892-3221
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