Alfred Vail School serves 334 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred Vail School's student population of 334 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Each student will ascend
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alfred Vail School is 0.60, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
51%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
37%
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
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 schools are Alfred Vail School often compared to?
Alfred Vail Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Way School, Unity Charter School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Alfred Vail School?
334 students attend Alfred Vail School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Alfred Vail School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred Vail School?
Alfred Vail School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alfred Vail School offer ?
Alfred Vail School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred Vail School part of?
Alfred Vail School is part of Morris School District.
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Great school for my kids 5 and 6 yr old. They love it. Great teachers.
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