Very Good
#848 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 34% in state
Based on limited data
Alfred Vail School
Elementary School · Morris School District
125 SPEEDWELL AVENUE, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#848 of 2,466
In Morris Plains
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Morris School District
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Alfred Vail School
Alfred Vail School is a public elementary school in Morris Plains, NJ, part of Morris School District. Alfred Vail School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Alfred Vail School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #848 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Alfred Vail School Compares
See how Alfred Vail School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
125 SPEEDWELL AVENUE, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alfred Vail School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alexander Hamilton (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Unity Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sussex Avenue School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Morris Plains, see our Morris Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Mountain Way School Morris Plains | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Morristown High School Morristown | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Alexander Hamilton Morristown | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Central Park School Morristown | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mountview Road School Morris Plains | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| THE PECK SCHOOL Morristown | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillcrest School Morristown | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodland School Convent Station | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,469
Median Home Value
$571,300
Median Rent
$2,549/mo
Population
21,576
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
45.1
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| Battle Hill Elementary Union, NJ | 7.1 |
| Briarwood School Florham Park, NJ | 7.1 |
| Brookside Elementary School Westwood, NJ | 7.1 |
| Dionne Warwick Institute East Orange, NJ | 7.1 |
| FAR BROOK SCHOOL Short Hills, NJ | 7.1 |
| Forest Avenue School Verona, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alfred Vail School
What grades does Alfred Vail School serve?
Alfred Vail School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Alfred Vail School?
Alfred Vail School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alfred Vail School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alfred Vail School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alfred Vail School rank in NJ?
Alfred Vail School ranks #848 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Alfred Vail School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alfred Vail School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alfred Vail School a charter school?
No, Alfred Vail School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alfred Vail School a Title I school?
No, Alfred Vail School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alfred Vail School?
45.8% of students at Alfred Vail School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (973) 292-2080
Resources & Links
District
Morris School District- District Enrollment
- 5,708
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,078
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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