For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 234 students in Altamont, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Altamont, KS is Altamont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altamont, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Altamont have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Altamont, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altamont Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
705 E 6th Street
Altamont, KS 67330
(620) 784-5511
Altamont, KS 67330
(620) 784-5511
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
401 S. High School Street
Altamont, KS 67330
(620) 784-5326
Altamont, KS 67330
(620) 784-5326
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Altamont, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Altamont, KS include Altamont Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Altamont?
2 public elementary schools are located in Altamont.
What is the racial composition of students in Altamont?
Altamont public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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