Serving 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Alpine Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 93%
- Reading Proficiency: 86%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alpine Elementary School's student population of 792 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alpine Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)93%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)86%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
74%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% NJ state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alpine Elementary School?
792 students attend Alpine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Alpine Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpine Elementary School?
Alpine Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alpine Elementary School offer ?
Alpine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alpine Elementary School part of?
Alpine Elementary School is part of Sparta Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Alpine Elementary School located?
Alpine Elementary School is located in the Lake Mohawk neighborhood of Sparta, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Lake Mohawk.
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