6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Altus, Oklahoma

11 schools · 6 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 10

Private: 1

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 6.3/10

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Elementary · Altus. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Altus for 2026 are Altus Primary School (9.0/10), Altus Early Childhood Center (8.8/10), and Rivers ES (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Best value · beats the odds

Rivers ES

Rates 8.2/10 despite 30% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Altus schools.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Navajo ES

STAAR proficiency rose +27.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Altus schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Altus

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Altus Primary School	9.0 / 10	Elementary	+2.2	99th
2	Altus Early Childhood Center	8.8 / 10	Elementary	+2.0	98th
3	Rivers ES	8.2 / 10	Elementary	+2.4	94th
4	Navajo HS	7.3 / 10	High	+1.2	81th
5	Altus ES	6.2 / 10	Elementary	-0.6	54th
6	Altus HS	5.7 / 10	High	-0.7	39th
7	Altus Intermediate School	5.4 / 10	Middle	-1.2	29th
8	Navajo ES	5.2 / 10	Elementary	-1.0	23th
9	Altus Christian Academy	5.2 / 10	Elementary	—	22th
10	Navajo Jhs	4.3 / 10	Middle	-1.8	7th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.3/10
Median household income: $59,857
Median home value: $150,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Avg commute: 12 min
Owner-occupied homes: 59%

How Altus compares

Oklahoma rank

#102 of 223

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Oklahoma avg (6.2)

Median household income

$60k

99% of Oklahoma median

Schools in this city

11

About Schools in Altus, Oklahoma

Altus, Oklahoma is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Altus show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Altus is Altus Primary School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Altus is served by 2 school districts: ALTUS, NAVAJO. These districts collectively serve 4,039 students.

Altus's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,857. The poverty rate in the area is 15.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Altus Primary School 444 students · 1st–2nd	444	1st–2nd	9.0
2	Altus Early Childhood Center 421 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	421	Pre-K–Kindergarten	8.8
3	Rivers ES 349 students · Pre-K–4th	349	Pre-K–4th	8.2
4	Altus ES 399 students · 3rd–4th	399	3rd–4th	6.2
5	Navajo ES 280 students · Pre-K–6th	280	Pre-K–6th	5.2
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Altus Christian Academy Private 134 students · Pre-K–7th	134	Pre-K–7th	5.2

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Altus Intermediate School 495 students · 5th–6th	495	5th–6th	5.4
2	Navajo Jhs 75 students · 7th–8th	75	7th–8th	4.3
3	Altus Jhs 507 students · 7th–8th	507	7th–8th	4.1

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Navajo HS 95 students · 9th–12th	95	9th–12th	7.3
2	Altus HS 974 students · 9th–12th	974	9th–12th	5.7

Schools in Altus

Altus, Oklahoma · 11 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$59,857

Median Home Value

$150,900

Median Rent

$896/mo

Population

20,352

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

59%

Avg Commute

12 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Community Profile

Altus has a median household income of $59,857. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,900, with a median rent of $896/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 12 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Oklahoma
Elementary: 6
Middle: 3
High: 2

Resources

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School Districts (2)

ALTUS

7 schools · 3,589 students

NAVAJO

3 schools · 450 students

Nearby Cities

Lone Wolf (2 schools)

22 mi

Snyder (3 schools)

20 mi

Frederick (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in Oklahoma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Altus, Oklahoma

How many schools are in Altus, Oklahoma?

Altus has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Altus, Oklahoma?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Altus is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Altus, Oklahoma?

The top-ranked school in Altus on MySchoolScout is Altus Primary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Altus, Oklahoma?

The top-ranked elementary school in Altus on MySchoolScout is Altus Primary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Altus, Oklahoma?

The top-ranked middle school in Altus on MySchoolScout is Altus Intermediate School with a composite score of 5.4/10.

What is the best high school in Altus, Oklahoma?

The top-ranked high school in Altus on MySchoolScout is Navajo HS with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Altus, Oklahoma?

Altus is served by 2 school districts: Altus, Navajo.

What is the education level in Altus, Oklahoma?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Altus have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Altus, Oklahoma?

The median household income in Altus is approximately $59,857 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Altus, Oklahoma?

Yes, Altus has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Altus Christian Academy with a score of 5.2/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Altus, Oklahoma?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Altus is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Altus, Oklahoma?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.