FAQs from Prospective Families

Is there an application deadline for applying?

EHCA uses an open enrollment system. Applications are accepted throughout the year for all grade levels.


Is your school accredited?

Eastern Hills Christian Academy is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), Cognia, and the State of New Mexico. Our Early Childhood Program has also received the highest rating from the state’s Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD). More information can be found here.


What grade levels are offered?

EHCA offers preschool through 8th grade. Preschool students must be 3 years old as of September 1st and fully potty trained. Pre-Kindergarten students must be 4 years old as of September 1st. Kindergarten students must be 5 years of age as of September 1st.


What are the start and end times for the school day?

  • Preschool and Pre-K classes start at 8:15 with the half day classes ending at 11:45 and the full day classes ending at 3:00 pm.

  • K-5th grade classes start at 8:00 and end at 3:15.

  • 6th-8th grade classes start at 8:00 and end at 3:00.


Are there before and after school programs available?

Yes, extended care is available for all grade levels for an additional cost. Additional information for the program can be found here. In addition, after school activities may be available for some grades at an additional cost and additional information can be found here.


Do you have a parent organization?

Yes, our Family Network is open all parents and guardians of enrolled students. More information can be found here.


Do you have support for students with learning difficulties?

EHCA may be able to provide certain modifications and accommodations. To discuss your child’s specific needs, please contact Hollie Brooks, Administrator, at h.brooks@easternhillsca.com, or 505-294-3373.


What sports do you offer?

We have competitive sports programs for our middle school and elementary students. Our middle school athletics program includes archery, cross country, golf, tennis, track, volleyball and basketball. Our elementary athletics program includes cross country, coed basketball, coed volleyball and track.