Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Altamont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altamont Elementary School's student population of 209 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Altamont Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altamont Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altamont Elementary School's ranking?
Altamont Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Altamont Elementary School often compared to?
Altamont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowview Elementary School, Oswego Neosho Hgts Elementary School, Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Altamont Elementary School?
209 students attend Altamont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Altamont Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altamont Elementary School?
Altamont Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altamont Elementary School offer ?
Altamont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Altamont Elementary School part of?
Altamont Elementary School is part of Labette County School District.
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