Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Altus Early Childhood Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altus Early Childhood Center's student population of 421 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Altus Early Childhood Center is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)70-74%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)75-79%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
49%
20%
Black
8%
8%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% OK state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% OK state average).
How many students attend Altus Early Childhood Center?
421 students attend Altus Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Altus Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altus Early Childhood Center?
Altus Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Altus Early Childhood Center offer ?
Altus Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Altus Early Childhood Center part of?
Altus Early Childhood Center is part of Altus School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
I am a parent of an eight-year-old second grader at Will Rogers Elementary School located in Altus, Oklahoma. My child has attended this school since second semester of kindergarten. I am extremely pleased with our school. I must address that our faculty is outstanding. Our Special Education teacher, Amy Ferris; teacher's aide, Debrea Green; First Grade teacher, Rallene Mays; Second Grade teacher, Lynn Herron; Principal, Jay Richeson; Special Education, Cindy Ricards, Stacy, Diane Chonning all go above and beyond what you would ever expect. The quality of education at our school is exceptional and I would greatly recommend our school to anyone wanting the best staff for their children.
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