ALTHA PUBLIC SCHOOL

ALTHA PUBLIC SCHOOL is a Title I public school that is part of the CALHOUN school district, located in ALTHA, FL with about 637 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, ALTHA PUBLIC SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

ALTHA PUBLIC SCHOOL, located in the rural community of Altha, Florida, serves as a central educational hub for students in Calhoun County. As a K-12 institution, the school is known for its close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere, often functioning as the focal point of the small town. By housing all grade levels on a single campus, the school fosters a unique continuity where students often build long-term relationships with both their peers and faculty throughout their entire primary and secondary education.

The school is deeply committed to academic development and community engagement, offering a curriculum that balances core subjects with extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for post-graduation success. Because of its location in a smaller school district, ALTHA PUBLIC SCHOOL emphasizes personal attention and a supportive environment, striving to maintain high standards despite the challenges often faced by rural educational facilities. Through its mission, the school focuses on cultivating responsible citizenship and providing the essential tools necessary for its students to thrive in higher education or the workforce.

For more information, contact ALTHA PUBLIC SCHOOL at (850) 762-3121 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.