Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alturas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alturas Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Alturas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alturas Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#512 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
71%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
29%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alturas Elementary School's ranking?
Alturas Elementary School is ranked #512 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Alturas Elementary School often compared to?
Alturas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hailey Elementary School, Bellevue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Alturas Elementary School?
445 students attend Alturas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Alturas Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 29% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alturas Elementary School?
Alturas Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alturas Elementary School offer ?
Alturas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alturas Elementary School part of?
Alturas Elementary School is part of Blaine County School District.
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