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#103 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 6% in state

Rivers ES

Elementary School · ALTUS

3000 North Veterans Drive, Altus, OK 73521

Enrollment

349

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#103 of 1,750

In Altus

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

ALTUS

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Rivers ES

8.2/10

Elementary School in Altus · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Altus Early Childhood Center

8.8/10

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5.7/10

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About Rivers ES

Rivers ES is a public elementary school in Altus, OK, part of ALTUS. Rivers ES serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rivers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Rivers ES show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • OK avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-7.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,585
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Rivers ES — Students at Rivers ES score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 40 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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
73%
ELA
80.3%
2025
Math
69%
ELA
69.7%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Rivers ES Compares

See how Rivers ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
94th percentile in OK
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Programs & Offerings

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

3000 North Veterans Drive, Altus, OK 73521

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rivers ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALTUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DUKE ES (rated 7.7/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Duke), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Altus, see our Altus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ALTUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Altus 1.7 mi 8.8
ALTUS HS Altus 1.9 mi 5.7
ALTUS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Altus 1.8 mi 5.4
ALTUS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Altus 2.1 mi 5.2
ALTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL Altus 2.8 mi 9.0
ALTUS ES Altus 2.5 mi 6.2
ALTUS JHS Altus 2.9 mi 4.1
NAVAJO ES Altus 6.7 mi 5.2
NAVAJO HS Altus 6.7 mi 7.3
NAVAJO JHS Altus 6.7 mi 4.3
BLAIR ES Blair 8.3 mi 6.8
BLAIR HS Blair 8.3 mi 5.0
OLUSTEE-ELDORADO HS Olustee 10.5 mi 8.2
OLUSTEE-ELDORADO ES Olustee 10.5 mi 6.2
TIPTON ES Tipton 14.5 mi 5.6
TIPTON HS Tipton 14.5 mi 6.2
DUKE ES Duke 15.2 mi 7.7
DUKE HS Duke 15.2 mi 7.2
MANGUM MS Mangum 19.1 mi 4.8
MANGUM HS Mangum 19.1 mi 6.3

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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School Rating
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WILSON ES Norman, OK 8.2
ANDERSEN ES Tulsa, OK 8.1
FISHER ES Oklahoma City, OK 8.1
SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES Oklahoma City, OK 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rivers ES

What grades does Rivers ES serve?

Rivers ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Rivers ES?

Rivers ES has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rivers ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Rivers ES is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rivers ES rank in OK?

Rivers ES ranks #103 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Rivers ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Rivers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Rivers ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rivers ES has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rivers ES a charter school?

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

Is Rivers ES a Title I school?

No, Rivers ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rivers ES?

29.5% of students at Rivers ES 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

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

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