For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 470 students in Altamont, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Altamont, IL is Altamont Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altamont, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Altamont have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Altamont, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altamont Grade School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
407 S Edwards St
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-5171
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 483-5171
Gr: PK-8 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Altamont, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Altamont, IL include Altamont Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Altamont?
1 public elementary schools are located in Altamont.
What is the racial composition of students in Altamont?
Altamont public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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