ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
Charter School
572 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Alturas International Academy, located in Idaho Falls, Idaho, is a public charter school that operates under the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on creating a challenging and inquiry-based learning environment that encourages students to become globally-minded, critical thinkers. By emphasizing the IB philosophy, the academy integrates rigorous academic standards with a focus on personal development, social responsibility, and international understanding, aiming to prepare students to succeed in a complex, interconnected world.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Alturas is known for its commitment to a "whole-child" approach, fostering an inclusive community where students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning. The school places a strong emphasis on collaboration, community service, and character education, ensuring that students develop both the soft skills and intellectual discipline required for long-term success. As a charter institution, it offers a unique educational alternative in the Idaho Falls area, prioritizing personalized instruction and active parent and community involvement to support its mission of lifelong learning.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Alturas is known for its commitment to a "whole-child" approach, fostering an inclusive community where students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning. The school places a strong emphasis on collaboration, community service, and character education, ensuring that students develop both the soft skills and intellectual discipline required for long-term success. As a charter institution, it offers a unique educational alternative in the Idaho Falls area, prioritizing personalized instruction and active parent and community involvement to support its mission of lifelong learning.
572
Total Students
25.5
Full-Time Teachers
22.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
33.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 414 |
| Hispanic | 113 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 20 |
| Two or More | 16 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White414 (72.4%)
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Hispanic113 (19.8%)
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Asian20 (3.5%)
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Two or More16 (2.8%)
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Black4 (0.7%)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.7%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Not reported |
| Shared Time Status: | Not reported |
| District: | ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY INC. |
| Phone: | (208)522-5145 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 572 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 22.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Not reported |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 148 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 44 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
97
Grade 1
95
Grade 2
96
Grade 3
95
Grade 4
94
Grade 5
95
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 97 |
| Grade 1 | 95 |
| Grade 2 | 96 |
| Grade 3 | 95 |
| Grade 4 | 94 |
| Grade 5 | 95 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 283 | 49.5% |
| Male | 289 | 50.5% |
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