Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WY School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 174 students
Acceptance rate: 92%
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wyoming for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Mountain Academy Of Teton Science Schools
Nursery	14
Pre-K	65
Kind	9
1	11
2	7
3	12
4	13
5	12
6	10
7	10
8	11

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

2001

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Student Body

Total Students

174 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

31 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

List of Courses Offered

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / rolling

Tuition Notes

$1.38 million awarded annually

Acceptance Rate

92%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sean Groenstein

Sports

Total Sports Offered

25 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

RoboticsVideo Game Club

School Notes

Bringing Education to Life for Students in Early Childhood through 8th Grade in Jackson, Wyoming, and Victor, Idaho. If you're ready to experience the joy of learning within an engaging environment, Mountain Academy is the place for you.

School Motto: Inspiring curiosity, engagement and leadership through transformative place-based education.

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.

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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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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Wyoming is $10,010 for elementary schools and $15,459 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Wyoming is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).