Serving 222 students in grades 9-12, Altamont High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Altamont High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district within Altamont, IL, encompassing approximately 121.1 square miles. The area typically requires a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altamont High School's student population of 222 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
222 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Altamont High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altamont High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2237 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altamont High School's ranking?
Altamont High School is ranked #2237 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Altamont High School often compared to?
Altamont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Teutopolis High School, St. Elmo Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altamont High School?
The graduation rate of Altamont High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Altamont High School?
222 students attend Altamont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Altamont High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altamont High School?
Altamont High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altamont High School offer ?
Altamont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Altamont High School part of?
Altamont High School is part of Altamont CUSD 10 School District.
School Calendar
View the Altamont High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Tentative Last Day of Student Attendance
May 18, 2027 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Read the article about your high school greenhouse. Congratulations to students and community for recognizing such an important resource for learning. Your greenhouse looks to be about ten times the size of my high school's and will provide a vast array of opportunities to explore plants and develop a greater understanding of our dependence on growing greenery. Kudos to Ms. Perkins !! Tim Balduff, Alumni, Perkins High School, '68
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