Altus

The Altus school district in Oklahoma consists of 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district serves a diverse student population with varying levels of economic disadvantage.

One standout school in the district is Rivers Elementary School, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state. With a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, Rivers Elementary boasts significantly higher test scores than the district and state averages, with 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 69% proficient or better in Mathematics. In contrast, the other elementary schools in the district have much lower proficiency rates. Another high-performing school is Altus High School, which has a 4-star rating and a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.2%.

Across the district, the schools face challenges with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 29.51% at Rivers Elementary to 84.23% at Altus Primary School. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern, with all schools reporting 19% chronic absenteeism in the 2024-2025 school year. While spending per student varies across the schools, there does not appear to be a clear correlation between spending and student outcomes. The district's leaders and policymakers may need to focus on addressing these underlying issues to improve educational outcomes for all students in the Altus school district.