Serving 974 students in grades 9-12, Altus High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Top 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Altus High School's student population of 974 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Altus High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altus High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#542 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
40%
20%
Black
6%
8%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)79%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Altus School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altus High School's ranking?
Altus High School is ranked #542 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Altus High School often compared to?
Altus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair High School, Navajo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altus High School?
The graduation rate of Altus High School is 79%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Altus High School?
974 students attend Altus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Altus High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altus High School?
Altus High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Altus High School offer ?
Altus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Altus High School part of?
Altus High School is part of Altus School District.
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