Bringing Education to Life for Students in Early Childhood through 8th Grade If you're ready to experience the joy in learning within an engaging environment, Mountain Academy is the place for you.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WY School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Acceptance rate: 92%
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Inspiring curiosity, engagement and leadership through transformative place-based education.
Student Body
Total Students
174 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Tuition Notes
$1.38 million awarded annually
Acceptance Rate
92%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Sean Groenstein
Sports
Total Sports Offered
25 sports
Sports
Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Figure Skating, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Robotics, Video Game Club
Robotics, Video Game Club
School Notes
- Mountain Academy of Teton Science Schools provides an exceptional education that engages all aspects of the individual child. At Mountain Academy, we challenge students to think critically about the world around them.
- The school's two campuses - in Jackson, Wyoming and Teton Valley, Idaho - operate using a unified learning model to expand learning opportunities for all students. Students engage in diverse and dynamic learning experiences across the two campuses and in the world beyond the Tetons through day-long or week-long Journeys. Mountain Academy is committed to enriching the lives of children, nurturing life-long learners, and positively impacting our communities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools often compared to?
Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools is often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Hole Community School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools?
The acceptance rate of Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools is 92%, which is higher than the national average of 77%.
What sports does Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools offer?
Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools offers 25 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Figure Skating, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools's ranking?
Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wyoming for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools?
The application deadline for Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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