Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alpine Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Alpine Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Alpine Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpine Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1973 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpine Elementary School's ranking?
Alpine Elementary School is ranked #1973 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Alpine Elementary School often compared to?
Alpine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School, Zinser Elementary School, Congress Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Alpine Elementary School?
330 students attend Alpine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alpine Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpine Elementary School?
Alpine Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alpine Elementary School offer ?
Alpine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alpine Elementary School part of?
Alpine Elementary School is part of Kenowa Hills School District.
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