Serving 273 students in grades 7-12, Altamont High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Altamont High serves the northern part of its school district in Altamont, UT, covering an expansive area of approximately 791.8 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 32.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altamont High School's student population of 273 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Altamont High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altamont High School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#723 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
90%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altamont High School's ranking?
Altamont High School is ranked #723 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Altamont High School often compared to?
Altamont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duchesne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altamont High School?
The graduation rate of Altamont High School is 90%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Altamont High School?
273 students attend Altamont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Altamont High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altamont High School?
Altamont High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Altamont High School offer ?
Altamont High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Altamont High School part of?
Altamont High School is part of Duchesne School District.
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