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Alturas Preparatory Academy
High School · ALTURAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY INC
2280 EAST 17TH STREET, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Alturas Preparatory Academy
High School in Idaho Falls · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alturas Preparatory Academy
Alturas Preparatory Academy is a public high school in Idaho Falls, ID, part of ALTURAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY INC. Alturas Preparatory Academy serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Alturas Preparatory Academy show 47% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
Alturas Preparatory Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 406 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Address
- 2280 EAST 17TH STREET, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
- Phone
- (208) 932-9440
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
How Alturas Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Alturas Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2280 EAST 17TH STREET, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alturas Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COMPASS ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away). Another option is IDAHO FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away). Additionally, HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Ammon). For more schools in Idaho Falls, see our Idaho Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ACORN CHILDRENS ACADEMY Ammon | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Ammon | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| SANDCREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| WHITE PINE CHARTER SCHOOL Ammon | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| FALLS VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| WATERSPRINGS SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| WATERSPRINGS SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| EDGEMONT GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SNAKE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ammon | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LINDEN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| AMMON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| TIEBREAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| DORA ERICKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| COMPASS ACADEMY Idaho Falls | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| IDAHO FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODLAND HILLS ELEMENTARY Ammon | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,211
Median Home Value
$355,200
Median Rent
$1,013/mo
Population
26,103
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
73.6%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - SECONDARY Boise, ID | 2.7 |
| iSucceed Academy Boise, ID | 3.5 |
| PATHWAYS IN EDUCATION: NAMPA Nampa, ID | 3.7 |
| PRIEST RIVER LAMANNA HIGH Priest River, ID | 3.9 |
| FRANK CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL Boise, ID | 4.3 |
| KOOTENAI BRIDGE ACADEMY Coeur D'Alene, ID | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alturas Preparatory Academy
What grades does Alturas Preparatory Academy serve?
Alturas Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Alturas Preparatory Academy?
Alturas Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alturas Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Alturas Preparatory Academy is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Alturas Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alturas Preparatory Academy has 47% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Alturas Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Alturas Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Alturas Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Alturas Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alturas Preparatory Academy?
27.8% of students at Alturas Preparatory Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bonneville County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.1%
- Phone
- (208) 932-9440
Resources & Links
District
ALTURAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY INC- District Enrollment
- 406
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,543
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