Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Altha Public School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altha Public School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Altha Public School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altha Public School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1489 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
90%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altha Public School's ranking?
Altha Public School is ranked #1489 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Altha Public School often compared to?
Altha Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blountstown High School, Carr Elementary & Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altha Public School?
The graduation rate of Altha Public School is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Altha Public School?
640 students attend Altha Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Altha Public School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altha Public School?
Altha Public School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Altha Public School offer ?
Altha Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Altha Public School part of?
Altha Public School is part of Calhoun School District.
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