Ray Leger (January 6, 1925 – October 14, 2009) was an American politician and educator who served as a member of the New Mexico Senate for the 8th district from 1973 to 1980.

After graduating from Las Vegas High School, Leger served in the United States Army during the end of World War II.

[1] After earning his master's degree, Leger began working as an educator in Northern New Mexico.

As a state senator, he supported a bill that provided funding for Luna Community College.

[7] Leger and his wife, Mela, are commemorated by a roadside plaque in Guadalupe County for their contributions to bilingual education.