East Mountain High School is a small college-preparatory public charter school in Sandia Park, New Mexico near Albuquerque. EMHS serves students in grades 9–12.
Serving 417 students in grades 9-12, East Mountain High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Mountain High School's student population of 417 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Black, Grey
Campus Size
26 acres (110,000 m2)
School Rankings
East Mountain High School ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Mountain High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
28%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
49%
19%
Two or more races
18%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)90-94%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Mountain High School's ranking?
East Mountain High School is ranked #61 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of East Mountain High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend East Mountain High School?
417 students attend East Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of East Mountain High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Mountain High School?
East Mountain High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Mountain High School offer ?
East Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Mountain High School part of?
East Mountain High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is East Mountain High School located?
East Mountain High School is located in the Canyon Ridge Estates neighborhood of Sandia Park, NM.
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