Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alturas International Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alturas International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alturas International Academy's student population of 548 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alturas International Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alturas International Academy is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
77%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alturas International Academy's ranking?
Alturas International Academy is ranked #133 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Alturas International Academy often compared to?
Alturas International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like American Heritage Charter School, White Pine Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Alturas International Academy?
548 students attend Alturas International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alturas International Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alturas International Academy?
Alturas International Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alturas International Academy offer ?
Alturas International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alturas International Academy part of?
Alturas International Academy is part of Alturas International Academy Inc. School District.
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