Serving 495 students in grades 7-8, Altus Jhs ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altus Jhs's student population of 495 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Altus Jhs ranks within the top 50% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altus Jhs is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 1674 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
44%
19%
Black
7%
8%
White
40%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altus Jhs's ranking?
Altus Jhs is ranked #533 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
How many students attend Altus Jhs?
495 students attend Altus Jhs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Altus Jhs students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altus Jhs?
Altus Jhs has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Altus Jhs offer ?
Altus Jhs offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Altus Jhs part of?
Altus Jhs is part of Altus School District.
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