Serving 463 students in grades 6-12, Alturas Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alturas Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alturas Preparatory Academy's student population of 463 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Alturas Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alturas Preparatory Academy is 0.39, 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
#186 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
77%
72%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
16.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alturas Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Alturas Preparatory Academy is ranked #186 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Alturas Preparatory Academy?
463 students attend Alturas Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alturas Preparatory Academy students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alturas Preparatory Academy?
Alturas Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alturas Preparatory Academy offer ?
Alturas Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alturas Preparatory Academy part of?
Alturas Preparatory Academy is part of Alturas Preparatory Academy Inc School District.
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