For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 253 students in Altus, AR.
The top ranked public school in Altus, AR is Ozark Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altus, AR public school have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Altus have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Altus, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ozark Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18 W College
Altus, AR 72821
(479) 468-2821
Altus, AR 72821
(479) 468-2821
Grades: 6-7
| 253 students
Altus, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 339
Altus, AR 72821
(479) 468-2821
Altus, AR 72821
(479) 468-2821
Grades: K-6
| 135 students
P.o. Box 339
Altus, AR 72821
(479) 468-6111
Altus, AR 72821
(479) 468-6111
Grades: 10-12
| 399 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Altus, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Altus, AR include Ozark Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Altus?
1 public schools are located in Altus.
What is the racial composition of students in Altus?
Altus public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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