Excellent
#35 of 1,750 schools in OK
Top 2% in state
Altus Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · ALTUS
1100 N Forrest, Altus, OK 73521
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#35 of 1,750
In Altus
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
ALTUS
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Altus Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Altus · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Altus Early Childhood Center
Altus Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Altus, OK, part of ALTUS. Altus Early Childhood Center serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Altus Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Altus Early Childhood Center show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- OK avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Altus Early Childhood Center — Students at Altus Early Childhood Center score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK EDFACTS (2014-15)
Based on 14 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Altus Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Altus Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 N Forrest, Altus, OK 73521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Altus Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RIVERS ES (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DUKE ES (rated 7.7/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Duke), a more accessible option. For more schools in Altus, see our Altus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALTUS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Altus | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ALTUS HS Altus | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ALTUS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Altus | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ALTUS ES Altus | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ALTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL Altus | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| ALTUS JHS Altus | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| RIVERS ES Altus | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| BLAIR ES Blair | 9.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BLAIR HS Blair | 9.0 mi | 5.0 |
| NAVAJO ES Altus | 8.2 mi | 5.2 |
| NAVAJO HS Altus | 8.2 mi | 7.3 |
| NAVAJO JHS Altus | 8.2 mi | 4.3 |
| OLUSTEE-ELDORADO HS Olustee | 8.9 mi | 8.2 |
| OLUSTEE-ELDORADO ES Olustee | 8.9 mi | 6.2 |
| TIPTON ES Tipton | 14.8 mi | 5.6 |
| TIPTON HS Tipton | 14.8 mi | 6.2 |
| DUKE ES Duke | 13.8 mi | 7.7 |
| DUKE HS Duke | 13.8 mi | 7.2 |
| MANGUM HS Mangum | 18.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MANGUM MS Mangum | 18.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,857
Median Home Value
$150,900
Median Rent
$896/mo
Population
20,352
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
11.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERALD ES Collinsville, OK | 8.8 |
| WILL ROGERS ES Mcalester, OK | 8.8 |
| ALLEN ES Allen, OK | 8.9 |
| ALTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL Altus, OK | 9.0 |
| JAY ES Jay, OK | 9.0 |
| PERKINS-TRYON ES Perkins, OK | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Altus Early Childhood Center
What grades does Altus Early Childhood Center serve?
Altus Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Altus Early Childhood Center?
Altus Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Altus Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Altus Early Childhood Center is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Altus Early Childhood Center rank in OK?
Altus Early Childhood Center ranks #35 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Altus Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Altus Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Altus Early Childhood Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Altus Early Childhood Center has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
Is Altus Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Altus Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Altus Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Altus Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Altus Early Childhood Center?
83.4% of students at Altus Early Childhood Center 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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (580) 481-2151
Resources & Links
District
ALTUS- District Enrollment
- 3,589
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,585
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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