Altamont High School
233 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Altamont High School, located at 7 S Ewing St in Altamont, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local community. As a part of the Altamont Community Unit School District #10, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal development. It provides a standard comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce, typically supported by a range of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that promote student engagement and school spirit.
Being situated in a smaller, rural community, Altamont High School functions as a central hub for local life and intergenerational connection. The school emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where educators focus on individualized attention, leveraging the benefits of a smaller student body to help pupils achieve their personal best. Through its academic programs and community involvement, the school strives to instill strong values and practical skills, aiming to graduate well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to both the local region and the broader society.
Being situated in a smaller, rural community, Altamont High School functions as a central hub for local life and intergenerational connection. The school emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where educators focus on individualized attention, leveraging the benefits of a smaller student body to help pupils achieve their personal best. Through its academic programs and community involvement, the school strives to instill strong values and practical skills, aiming to graduate well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to both the local region and the broader society.
233
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 217 |
| Hispanic | 7 |
| Black | 3 |
| Two or More | 6 |
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White217 (93.1 %)
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Hispanic7 (3.0 %)
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Two or More6 (2.6 %)
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Black3 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Altamont CUSD 10 |
| Phone: | (618)483-6194 |
| Website: | http://www.altamontschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 233 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
56
Grade 10
55
Grade 11
64
Grade 12
58
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 56 |
| Grade 10 | 55 |
| Grade 11 | 64 |
| Grade 12 | 58 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 103 | 44.2% |
| Male | 130 | 55.8% |
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