RIVERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RIVERS ES is a public elementary school that is part of the ALTUS school district, located in Altus, OK with about 343 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 19 teachers, RIVERS ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Rivers Elementary School is a public primary school located in Altus, Oklahoma, serving students as part of the Altus Public Schools district. Situated at 3000 North Veterans Drive, the school functions as a core educational hub for the local community, focusing on foundational academic development for elementary-aged children. As a part of the Altus district, the school aligns its curriculum and operations with the broader goals of the local school board to ensure students are prepared for secondary education.

The school benefits from being part of the Altus Public Schools system, which emphasizes community engagement and student success in a suburban/rural Oklahoma setting. Like other institutions in the district, Rivers Elementary typically focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment, utilizing district-wide resources to provide a well-rounded education in core subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science. Families and community members can stay informed regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district news through the official Altus Public Schools website at http://altusps.com.

For more information, contact RIVERS ES at (580) 481-2183 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.