East Mtn High School (Closed 2023)

Serving 366 students in grades 9-12, East Mtn 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 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 31% (which was higher than the New Mexico state average of 18%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 65% (which was higher than the New Mexico state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (NM)
(14-15)
31%
18%
(14-15)
65%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
24%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
69%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.47
(11-12)
80-84%
71%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 18% NM state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Mtn High School?
The graduation rate of East Mtn High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 71%.
How many students attend East Mtn High School?
366 students attend East Mtn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of East Mtn High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Mtn High School?
East Mtn High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Mtn High School offer ?
East Mtn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Mtn High School part of?
East Mtn High School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.

Recent Articles

Navigating Special Needs Education: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Educators
Navigating Special Needs Education: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Educators
We explore special needs in children, including learning disabilities, autism, and ADHD. We suggest some insights on diagnosis, support strategies, and educational approaches, empowering parents and educators to provide effective assistance to children with special needs.
Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
The issue of school choice and a voucher system is currently being revisited in Houston and across the state of Texas, with strong opinions on both sides of the debate.
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
What if NFL players came to your school? With the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, sponsored by the National Dairy Council and the NFL, nutrition and exercise are promoted during the school day. NFL players participate in the program by coming to schools and talking to students about fitness. Learn more about the program and some of the schools that are implementing it.