Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Altara School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Altara School serves the west part of its school district in Sandy, UT, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altara School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Altara School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Altara School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altara School is 0.45, 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
#211 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
3%
1%
White
72%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altara School's ranking?
Altara School is ranked #211 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Altara School?
560 students attend Altara School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Altara School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altara School?
Altara School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Altara School offer ?
Altara School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Altara School part of?
Altara School is part of Canyons School District.
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