ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY INC. school district, located in IDAHO FALLS, ID with about 414 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY, located in Idaho Falls, Idaho, is a public charter school that operates under the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on creating a challenging and inquiry-based learning environment that encourages students to become globally-minded, critical thinkers. By emphasizing the IB philosophy, the academy integrates rigorous academic standards with a focus on personal development, social responsibility, and international understanding, aiming to prepare students to succeed in a complex, interconnected world.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Alturas is known for its commitment to a "whole-child" approach, fostering an inclusive community where students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning. The school places a strong emphasis on collaboration, community service, and character education, ensuring that students develop both the soft skills and intellectual discipline required for long-term success. As a charter institution, it offers a unique educational alternative in the Idaho Falls area, prioritizing personalized instruction and active parent and community involvement to support its mission of lifelong learning.

For more information, contact ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY at (208) 522-5145 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

151 NORTH RIDGE AVENUE
IDAHO FALLS, ID 83402-4014
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ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in IDAHO FALLS, ID with about 414 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Idaho

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Idaho Public Charter School Commission
Total Students:
414
Teachers:
19
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 414 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
85.3%
Hispanic/Latino
8.0%
Two or more races
5.3%
Black or African American
0.5%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.