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#53 of 2,463 schools in NJ

Top 2% in state

Alpine Elementary School

Elementary School · Alpine Public School District

500 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Alpine, NJ 07620

Enrollment

163

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey elementary schools

#33 of 1,496

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Alpine Elementary School

Alpine Elementary School is a public elementary school in Alpine, NJ, part of the Alpine Public School District. The school serves approximately 163 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 9.0/10, placing it in the 97.9th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 79% proficiency in math, 38 points above the state average and 89% in reading/language arts, 37 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 81% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 163 students, Alpine Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, Alpine Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.8Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77%
Reading/ELA Proficiency92%
Math vs. State Avg+35.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+48.1 pts
Overall Proficiency85%
Expected (poverty-adj.)65%
vs. Expected+19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.7Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$39,936

Alpine Elementary School — Students at Alpine Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 79.4%
School
State
41.6%
ELA Proficiency 88.7%
School
State
51.5%

Based on 19 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2024
Math
84%
ELA
88.8%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Alpine Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
98th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
8.3/10
Above average
Environment
9.7/10
Above average

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. County Road School (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Demarest), a more accessible option. Another option is EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Yonkers), a more accessible option. Additionally, Ralph S Maugham School (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), a more accessible option. 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 5.4
County Road School Demarest 1.7 mi 7.2
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers 1.6 mi 5.5
Merritt Memorial Cresskill 1.7 mi 6.4
THE BIONDI SCHOOL/RISING GROUND INC Yonkers 2.0 mi 7.3
MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers 1.7 mi 4.0
THE IDEA SCHOOL Tenafly 2.1 mi 6.9
PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers 2.0 mi 6.3
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers 1.9 mi 6.8
Hillside Elementary School Closter 2.1 mi 5.2
BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers 1.8 mi 6.0
Ralph S Maugham School Tenafly 1.9 mi 6.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 Yonkers 2.1 mi 3.8
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers 1.9 mi 4.0
CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers 1.9 mi 4.4
WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers 1.9 mi 6.1
MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers 2.0 mi 4.0
Cresskill High School Cresskill 1.9 mi 7.5
Cresskill Middle School Cresskill 1.9 mi 4.5

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Alpine Elementary School has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 81% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $2,357/month. The local poverty rate of 3.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest, NJ 9.0
Navesink Elementary School Atlantic Highlands, NJ 9.0
Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST Pennsauken, NJ 9.0
TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Hoboken, NJ 9.0
Michelle Obama Elementary School Newark, NJ 9.1
Lincoln School East Rutherford, NJ 9.2

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 is ranked #53 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Alpine Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alpine Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alpine Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Alpine Elementary School has 79.4% math proficiency and 88.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
Elevated (1,290/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Alpine). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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