About Mountain House School

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Community and School Profile

Mountain House School is located in Eastern Alameda County, halfway between the towns of Livermore and Tracy. It is a rural ranching and farming community covering about 30 square miles. There is only one school in this unique small district, whose building has been there for over 100 years. The school was first founded in 1893. There is very little turnover among staff and the board. 

Statement of Philosophy

It is the intent of the faculty to lead students toward being disciplined, productive, informed, and fulfilled individuals. To achieve these ideals, mutual respect and understanding must be present in the learning process on the part of all participants--the faculty, students, and community.

Mountain House’s philosophy is based on the idea that the purpose of education is to provide a continuation of essential learning. It is our ultimate goal to supply each student with basic facts and experiences. These will aid our youth in becoming self-sufficient individuals mentally, physically, socially, and morally so that they can meet the demands of a rapidly changing society. It is essential to instill in each student the importance of individual worth and to create a positive self-image through the personal development of initiative, resourcefulness, and responsibility.

During the 2022-23 school year, the school undertook much needed renovations that resulted in the addition of a brand new playground. The building was modernized as well to create a warm and welcoming environment within which our students would thrive academically. During the 2024-25 school year, further renovations were undertaken to modernize student bathrooms. This project necessitated significant infrastructure changes to the underground septic system. All of these renovations were made possible by the fiscal conservatism exercised by the board and staff through the years.

We value the improvement of student learning and achievement by:

  • Providing a challenging instructional program that meets the needs of all students,

  • Providing a highly qualified staff,

  • Providing safe, clean, and educationally appropriate facilities,

  • Managing and using resources in an efficient and effective manner, and

  • Involving parents and community stakeholders.