Very Good
#71 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 10% of private schools
Alpine Academy
Elementary School
5001 FOREST VIEW AVE, Rockford, IL 61108
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#71 of 716
In Rockford
#2 of 16
public schools
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Alpine Academy
Elementary School in Rockford · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alpine Academy
Alpine Academy is a private elementary school in Rockford, IL. Alpine Academy serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Alpine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Alpine Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Alpine Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Alpine Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Alpine Academy compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Rockford, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alpine Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Gregory Elem School | 3.5 |
| Rolling Green | 3.7 |
| Swan Hillman Elem School | 5.6 |
| Fairview Early Childhood Center | 4.6 |
| Whitehead Elem School | 4.0 |
| Bernard W Flinn Middle School | 2.9 |
| Maud E Johnson Elem School | 3.6 |
| Cherry Valley Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Brookview Elem School | 5.1 |
| Wm Nashold Early Childhood Center | 4.7 |
| C Henry Bloom Elem School | 4.0 |
| Abraham Lincoln Middle School | 3.7 |
| Montessori Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Eisenhower Middle School | 3.6 |
| Arthur Froberg Elem School | 4.5 |
| Jackson Charter School | 5.4 |
| Spring Creek Elem School | 6.0 |
| Constance Lane Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Beyer Early Childhood Center | 5.1 |
| Riverdahl Elem School | 6.3 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Rockford
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5001 FOREST VIEW AVE, Rockford, IL 61108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alpine Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Valley Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Spring Creek Elem School (rated 6.0/10, 3.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gregory Elem School Rockford | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Rolling Green Rockford | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| ROCKFORD IQRA' SCHOOL Rockford | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Swan Hillman Elem School Rockford | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ST RITA SCHOOL Rockford | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Fairview Early Childhood Center Rockford | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Whitehead Elem School Rockford | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Maud E Johnson Elem School Rockford | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Bernard W Flinn Middle School Rockford | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Rockford East High School Rockford | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Cherry Valley Elementary School Rockford | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockford | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ROCKFORD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Rockford | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Brookview Elem School Rockford | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Montessori Elementary School Rockford | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Eisenhower Middle School Rockford | 3.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Jefferson High School Rockford | 3.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Wm Nashold Early Childhood Center Rockford | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Spring Creek Elem School Rockford | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,046
Median Home Value
$128,300
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
30,202
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alpine Academy
What grades does Alpine Academy serve?
Alpine Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Alpine Academy?
Alpine Academy has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alpine Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Alpine Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Alpine Academy rank in IL?
Alpine Academy ranks #71 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Alpine Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Alpine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alpine Academy a private school?
Yes, Alpine Academy is a private coeducational school with a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Alpine Academy a religious school?
Alpine Academy has a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Winnebago County
- Phone
- (815) 227-8894
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