Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alpine Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpine Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alpine Crest Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alpine Crest Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpine Crest Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
16%
21%
White
55%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpine Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Alpine Crest Elementary School is ranked #430 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alpine Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Alpine Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dupont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Alpine Crest Elementary School?
319 students attend Alpine Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alpine Crest Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpine Crest Elementary School?
Alpine Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alpine Crest Elementary School offer ?
Alpine Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alpine Crest Elementary School part of?
Alpine Crest Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2017
Children learn best when learning occurs naturally in their environment and I believe by including parents/families in this process through their many programs these students will benefit, this school sees the bigger picture in this regard.
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