ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RIO RANCHO school district, located in RIO RANCHO, NM with about 860 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 55 teachers, ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY School is a public school located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and is part of the Rio Rancho Public Schools district. Serving a community-focused environment, the school is dedicated to fostering academic excellence while promoting the social and emotional development of its students. It provides a structured curriculum aligned with state standards, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating extracurricular opportunities to support a well-rounded educational experience.

The school emphasizes a collaborative culture, encouraging strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to ensure student success. By utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and modern resources, ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. For parents and community members interested in specific programs, academic calendars, or enrollment information, the school maintains an official website at [http://stapleton.rrps.net/](http://stapleton.rrps.net/), which serves as a central hub for school news, policies, and faculty contact details.

For more information, contact ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY at (505) 896-0667 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.