Serving 287 students in grades 7-12, Altus Schools East County ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altus Schools East County's student population of 287 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Altus Schools East County ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altus Schools East County is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5050 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
36:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
24%
20%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altus Schools East County's ranking?
Altus Schools East County is ranked #5050 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altus Schools East County?
The graduation rate of Altus Schools East County is 60-64%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Altus Schools East County?
287 students attend Altus Schools East County.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Altus Schools East County students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altus Schools East County?
Altus Schools East County has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Altus Schools East County offer ?
Altus Schools East County offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Altus Schools East County part of?
Altus Schools East County is part of Altus Schools East County.
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