Serving 444 students in grades 1-2, Altus Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altus Primary School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Altus Primary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)75-79%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-64%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
51%
20%
Black
6%
8%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% OK state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% OK state average).
How many students attend Altus Primary School?
444 students attend Altus Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Altus Primary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altus Primary School?
Altus Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Altus Primary School offer ?
Altus Primary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Altus Primary School part of?
Altus Primary School is part of Altus School District.
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