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Altus HS

High School · ALTUS

400 North Park Avenue, Altus, OK 73521

Enrollment

974

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,065 of 1,750

In Altus

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

ALTUS

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Altus HS

5.7/10

High School in Altus · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Altus Early Childhood Center

8.8/10

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5.4/10

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About Altus HS

Altus HS is a public high school in Altus, OK, part of ALTUS. Altus HS serves approximately 974 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Altus HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,065 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Altus HS show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below OK schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • OK avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Altus HS runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate79%
AP Participation11.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,585
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Altus HS — Students at Altus HS score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 44 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
70%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
19%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
36%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Altus HS Compares

See how Altus HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in OK
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.2
Sports
9
5 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
11.7% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics9sports offered
5 boys'·4 girls'·9 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

400 North Park Avenue, Altus, OK 73521

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Altus HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OLUSTEE-ELDORADO HS (rated 8.2/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Olustee), which scores notably higher. Another option is NAVAJO HS (rated 7.3/10, 8.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DUKE HS (rated 7.2/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Duke), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Altus, see our Altus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ALTUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Altus 0.6 mi 8.8
ALTUS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Altus 0.7 mi 5.4
ALTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL Altus 1.1 mi 9.0
ALTUS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Altus 1.1 mi 5.2
ALTUS JHS Altus 1.3 mi 4.1
ALTUS ES Altus 1.8 mi 6.2
RIVERS ES Altus 1.9 mi 8.2
NAVAJO ES Altus 8.5 mi 5.2
NAVAJO HS Altus 8.5 mi 7.3
NAVAJO JHS Altus 8.5 mi 4.3
OLUSTEE-ELDORADO HS Olustee 8.6 mi 8.2
OLUSTEE-ELDORADO ES Olustee 8.6 mi 6.2
BLAIR ES Blair 9.5 mi 6.8
BLAIR HS Blair 9.5 mi 5.0
TIPTON ES Tipton 14.3 mi 5.6
TIPTON HS Tipton 14.3 mi 6.2
DUKE ES Duke 14.1 mi 7.7
DUKE HS Duke 14.1 mi 7.2
MANGUM HS Mangum 19.5 mi 6.3
MANGUM MS Mangum 19.5 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

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EL RENO HS El Reno, OK 5.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Altus HS

What grades does Altus HS serve?

Altus HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Altus HS?

Altus HS has an enrollment of approximately 974 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Altus HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Altus HS is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Altus HS rank in OK?

Altus HS ranks #1,065 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Altus HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Altus HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Altus HS has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Altus HS a charter school?

No, Altus HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Altus HS a Title I school?

No, Altus HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Altus HS?

59.4% of students at Altus HS 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
974
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%
4-Year Graduation
79.0%

District

ALTUS
District Enrollment
3,589
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,585
District Rank
#5 of 7

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