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Alpine Elementary School

Elementary School · Alpine Public School District

500 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Alpine, NJ 07620

Enrollment

163

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,408 of 2,466

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Alpine Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Alpine · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alpine Elementary School

Alpine Elementary School is a public elementary school in Alpine, NJ, part of Alpine Public School District. Alpine Elementary School serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alpine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,408 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Alpine Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 163 students, Alpine Elementary School 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Alpine Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency89.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+32.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+45.6 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$41,152
Chronic Absenteeism19%

Alpine Elementary School — Students at Alpine Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 89.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2024
Math
84%
ELA
88.8%
2025
Math
73.6%
ELA
89.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.

How Alpine Elementary School Compares

See how Alpine Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

500 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Alpine, NJ 07620

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alpine Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ralph S Maugham School (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillside Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Closter), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Yonkers), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alpine, see our Alpine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ACADEMY OF THE HOLY ANGELS Demarest 0.9 mi 5.1
THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers 1.7 mi 6.5
County Road School Demarest 1.7 mi 7.7
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers 1.6 mi 4.6
Merritt Memorial Cresskill 1.7 mi 7.6
THE BIONDI SCHOOL/RISING GROUND INC Yonkers 2.0 mi 7.3
MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers 1.7 mi 5.1
THE IDEA SCHOOL Tenafly 2.1 mi 6.9
PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers 2.0 mi 8.1
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers 1.9 mi 6.7
Hillside Elementary School Closter 2.1 mi 8.6
BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers 1.8 mi 5.1
Ralph S Maugham School Tenafly 1.9 mi 9.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 Yonkers 2.1 mi 7.3
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers 1.9 mi 6.5
CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers 1.9 mi 4.7
WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers 1.9 mi 6.1
MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers 2.0 mi 4.1
Cresskill High School Cresskill 1.9 mi 6.1
Cresskill Middle School Cresskill 1.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$2,357/mo

Population

1,503

College Educated

80.8%

Homeownership

93%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

50.4

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Belleville PS9 Belleville, NJ 6.1
David C Abbott Early Learning Center Morganville, NJ 6.1
Grant Elementary School Ridgefield Park, NJ 6.1
HOLY NAME SCHOOL Camden, NJ 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alpine Elementary School

What grades does Alpine Elementary School serve?

Alpine Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Alpine Elementary School?

Alpine Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alpine Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alpine Elementary School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alpine Elementary School rank in NJ?

Alpine Elementary School ranks #1,408 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Alpine Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alpine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alpine Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alpine Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Alpine Elementary School a charter school?

No, Alpine Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alpine Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Alpine Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

District

Alpine Public School District
District Enrollment
169
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$41,152
District Rank
#1 of 1

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