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#1038 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 22% in state

Alden Place Elementary School

Elementary School · MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX AA, Millbrook, NY 12545

Enrollment

181

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,038 of 4,742

In Millbrook

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Alden Place Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Millbrook · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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About Alden Place Elementary School

Alden Place Elementary School is a public elementary school in Millbrook, NY, part of MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Alden Place Elementary School serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alden Place Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,038 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Alden Place Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Alden Place Elementary School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Alden Place Elementary School is part of the Millbrook Central School District (Millbrook CSD) 1 . The school is listed alongside Elm Drive Elementary, Millbrook Middle School, and Millbrook High School as part of the district's educational institutions 1 . The district provides a principal's monthly newsletter for Alden Place Elementary 1 . Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open for Pre-K and Kindergarten students within the district 1 . The district utilizes a mobile application called the MCSD App for news, calendar information, sports scores, and alerts 1 . Board of Education meetings are held in person unless noted otherwise and are livestreamed on the Millbrook Media Channel 1 . Upcoming meetings include a special meeting on April 28, 2026, and a public budget hearing and regular meeting on May 5, 2026 1 . Schools in the district will be closed for the Memorial Day weekend from May 22 to May 25, 2026 1 .
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How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 181 students, Alden Place 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.

Alden Place Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,688
Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

Alden Place Elementary School — Students at Alden Place Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
66.8%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
45.9%
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Alden Place Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in NY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

Location

PO BOX AA, Millbrook, NY 12545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alden Place Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Stanfordville), with a very similar rating. Another option is DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Valley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Millbrook, see our Millbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Millbrook 0.1 mi 7.3
MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL Millbrook 0.2 mi 8.8
CARDINAL HAYES SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Millbrook 0.3 mi 7.2
ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook 0.4 mi 6.9
DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook 1.3 mi 7.3
UPTON LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clinton Corners 5.1 mi 6.4
MILLBROOK SCHOOL Millbrook 6.1 mi 7.1
COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER Stanfordville 7.7 mi 8.0
RIDGE SCHOOL Salt Point 6.2 mi
DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains 6.3 mi 5.1
TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Pleasant Valley 7.1 mi 7.3
VAIL FARM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lagrangeville 9.1 mi 6.6
UNION VALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville 9.5 mi 7.1
DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover Plains 8.9 mi 7.8
DOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Dover Plains 8.9 mi 6.4
ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville 9.4 mi 7.8
WEST ROAD/D'AQUANNIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pleasant Valley 8.3 mi 5.0
MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia 9.2 mi
LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville 10.2 mi 4.9
NETHERWOOD SCHOOL Hyde Park 8.9 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,991

Median Home Value

$414,800

Median Rent

$1,207/mo

Population

4,389

College Educated

41.2%

Homeownership

58.1%

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

56.4

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HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville, NY 7.7
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PANAMA K-6 SCHOOL Panama, NY 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alden Place Elementary School

What grades does Alden Place Elementary School serve?

Alden Place Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Alden Place Elementary School?

Alden Place Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alden Place Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alden Place Elementary School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alden Place Elementary School rank in NY?

Alden Place Elementary School ranks #1,038 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Alden Place Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alden Place Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Alden Place Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alden Place Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Alden Place Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Alden Place Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alden Place Elementary School?

30.9% of students at Alden Place Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Dutchess County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

District

MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
824
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,688
District Rank
#2 of 4

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