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Public Charter School | Sandia Park, NM

Welcome to East Mountain

A top-ranked, tuition-free public charter school (Grades 6–12).

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Welcome to East Mountain

Discover East Mountain's history, mission, and college-preparatory liberal arts curriculum. Empowering students to thrive academically and personally through a supportive and innovative learning environment. Join East Mountain for Middle and High School. View 2027–2028 lottery dates, campus tour schedules, and online enrollment application details. Prepare for college with East Mountain's rigorous high school curriculum. Explore course offerings, college credit programs, and student advisement. Home of the East Mountain Timberwolves. Explore soccer, cross-country, basketball, volleyball, track & field, and bowling programs.
15:1

Student to Teacher Ratio

96%

Graduation Rate Class of 2025

$6.2M

in Scholarships earned by the Class of 2025

7,780

Hours of Volunteer Service

317

College Credits Earned

School Announcements

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Inquiry-Based Learning

We provide an inquiry-based curriculum that is college-preparatory and based on a liberal arts model. Our students learn to think critically and articulate thoughts clearly by conducting independent research to form a cohesive understanding of topics.

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Leadership & Enrichment

Our students have ample opportunities to lead and enrich their educational experience through academic, extracurricular activities, and athletics. The purpose is for our students to be well-balanced people with passions beyond the classroom and understand how to contribute in team settings.

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Authentic Relationships

Relationships are the heart of our model. Fostered through intentionality and small class sizes, authentic relationships promote connection, establish trust, and facilitate feedback among our staff and students alike. This creates an environment where everyone takes ownership of their learning.

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Supportive Environment

We strive to meet our students’ most essential needs so that they can focus on academics. We invest deeply in wraparound supports, inclusive of counseling and tutoring, and guidance, offering both college and career planning. Our staff is mindful to ensure that no student falls through the cracks.

435

Current enrollment

34%

Students of color

23%

Students qualifying for free or reduced lunch

22:1

Student-faculty ratio

32%

Alumni are first-generation college students

770

Total number of college credits earned in 2025-2026

1022

Average SAT Score for the class of 2025

70%

of students in the class of 2026 had a cumulative weighted GPA of 3.0 or higher

51

Total number of faculty and staff

42

Total number of certified personnel

69%

Percentage holding a Master’s degree or higher

4

Number holding National Board Certification

98%

of EMHS Faculty are a Level 2 or higher, based on PEDs teacher licensure levels.

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Our Schools

Middle School

The premier 6-12 education experience. Sixth graders will be added to our campus by Fall 2026. Our middle school program is defined by inquiry-based academics, leadership opportunities, a supportive environment, and outdoor learning experiences.

High School

We help all students navigate their path to college, career, and beyond. Our faculty is committed to instilling a sense of creative problem-solving in all students.

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Athletics and Activities

Athletics Offered

Soccer, Cross-Country, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Track & Field, Volleyball, Bowling, Golf

Activities Offered

MESA, Speech & Debate, National Honor Society, Student Council, Model United Nations, Youth and Government, SAGA, MESA, First Robotics

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Featured News

East Mountain’s Fall Discovery Week

East Mountain’s Fall Discovery Week

As a part of their Fall Discovery Week, these students chose to get hands-on work experience in the mountains.

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EMHS Students Explore Careers with New Mexico Gas Co.

EMHS Students Explore Careers with New Mexico Gas Co.

Thanks to the awesome staff of New Mexico Gas Co. the JA Job Shadow Program was a GREAT success.

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EMHS Classes of 2027 & 2028 Visits AFR Academy

EMHS Classes of 2027 & 2028 Visits AFR Academy

The Class of 2028 from East Mountain High School made the journey west to the Albuquerque Fire Rescue Academy to explore a career in the fire service.

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