Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Altamont School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altamont School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Altamont School's student population of 357 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Altamont School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altamont School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Duchesne School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altamont School's ranking?
Altamont School is ranked #325 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Altamont School?
357 students attend Altamont School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Altamont School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altamont School?
Altamont School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Altamont School offer ?
Altamont School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Altamont School part of?
Altamont School is part of Duchesne School District.
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