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Alpine Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 509 students

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Posted June 5, 2009

GREAT school. There is plenty of parent involvement. The teachers are great and always return phone calls. I agree with the extra steps taken to protect the children - such as having the school doors locked. They helped my son with his reading & speech issues. Always accomodating and helpful. I love that they have opportunities for the children such as safety patrol & chess club. I am disappointed at the new grading system. There are no more award ceromonies. And my son didn't have a ceromony for his 5th grade class graduation. They need to remember its about acknowledging the kids who have succeeded. Like many schools they want to be all inclusive as to not bring anyone down - all that does is deny those who have worked hard the privelege of being rewarded.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 27, 2009

Excellent School. Great Parent Involvement. Good Teachers and a wondergul Principal.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 30, 2008

I am so happy that both of my sons were at this school! My eldest is now approaching high school and has carried the things he learned here with him. My youngest has Ausberger's syndrome, and the accomodations that they have made for him have made all the difference. He has gone from a supershy, never-say-a-word kid to a very outgoing young man. I am genuinely happy to say that 'we have been here'. From the principal to the teachers, to the PTA and all the extra-curricular activities, this school is TOPS with my family!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 3, 2007

I love Alpine and I am truly going to miss this school when my son leaves for middle school next year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 2, 2007

What a great school Alpine used to be! I have 8 years of experience with this school and loved it for all but the last year. They always worked so well with my oldest son and surprisingly well with my younger, autistic son. Then last year we got a new principal. The attitude toward special needs children has changed and not for the better. There is a new grading system, awards assemblies and Grandparents Day are gone, etc. We removed our special needs child last year. We're sad about these changes, because most of the teachers are excellent and caring.
—Submitted by Jennifer Terry, a parent


Posted October 3, 2007

I have been associated with this school for over six years. I have found it to be one of the best. I have never had any complaints until the last couple of years. The teachers are GREAT, but the new administration has a long way to go. The school doors being on locked, the new grading system just to name a few. I will be removing my child from this school, as are several others I have talked with. I am very disappointed about the past two years.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 30, 2006

This is a wonderful school with a high level of parental involvement. My daughter just completed her kindergarten year and suffers adhd. Before sending my daughter to this school, I had a great deal of trouble with her doctor getting her the help she needs. The entire faculty fought for us and with us to get her help and brought her from failing grades to passing kindergarten. I love the way they challenge the students academically and creatively. I don't think there was a single class she didn't like but her favorites were art and phys ed. The school actually takes that extra step in showing the parents and children that they really do care. I would definitely recommend Alpine Elementary to anyone who wants their child in a school that challenges academically and yet instills good moral values.
—Submitted by Wendy Flinn, a parent


Posted May 26, 2006

parent involvement at this school is very high. the pta is very active and does a great job! most of the teachers are very supportive and very helpful with ideas to help the child having trouble. My child had a reading problem and once the problem was discovered and addressed I think the teachers did a great job helping her overcome her obsticle.This school has high expectations which I like. They are constantly challenging the students to do their very best.They acknowledge the good behavior and grades with award presentations every grading period and peak free parties. I think it is a great school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 22, 2006

Parent Involvement is quite high at this school which makes it one of the top elementary schools in the CPS system. Art is a major part of the curriculum. We lotteried into the school from another Columbus neighborhood and it has been a great experience.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 20, 2005

My experience with Alpine was one of some disappointments but mostly a feel of support from the principal on down. I was encouraged as a parent to participate in school activities. They constantly gave me options for any problem that I encountered. I have recommended that my sister send her son and he is excelling academically in all areas including his social skills. I have gone to plays, to a pancake breakfast. Overall this is a great school.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
84%

2007

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
75%

2007

 
 
71%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
82%

2007

 
 
76%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
76%

2007

 
 
77%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2011.

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
63%

2007

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
68%

2007

 
 
80%
Science

The state average for Science was 71% in 2011.

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
63%

2007

 
 
58%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students91%
Female88%
Male>95%
Black, non-Hispanic88%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial>95%
White91%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Giftedn/a

Reading

All Students79%
Female76%
Male85%
Black, non-Hispanic75%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial>95%
White82%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled85%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Giftedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students87%
Female88%
Male86%
Black, non-Hispanic81%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial91%
White95%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabled69%
Non-disabled91%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students93%
Female>95%
Male89%
Black, non-Hispanic89%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial>95%
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabled77%
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students65%
Female64%
Male66%
Black, non-Hispanic57%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White75%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged76%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled70%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted88%

Reading

All Students71%
Female71%
Male71%
Black, non-Hispanic64%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantaged84%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled74%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Science

All Students62%
Female55%
Male71%
Black, non-Hispanic57%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White75%
Economically disadvantaged55%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled68%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

In 2010-2011, this school received an Overall Rating of "Met Expected Growth".

Math

Reading

Grade 4MetMet
Grade 5MetMet

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Ohio Department of Education used the Value-Added Measure to show how much growth students made on the Ohio Achievement Test since the last school year. The state expects that student test scores will show an average year's worth of growth compared to test scores from the previous year. Ohio's Value-Added Measure is not the same as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), a federal measure which uses different criteria.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

 
94 (2011)
 
99 (2010)
 
100 (2009)
 
92 (2008)

0
60
120

About the tests


Ohio uses the Performance Index to provide an overall indication of how well students perform on its standardized tests each year. The Performance Index scores are based upon how well each student does on all tested subjects in grades 3 through 8 and 10. Schools and districts earn anywhere from 1.2 points for each student scoring at the advanced level to zero points for each untested student. The Performance Index ranges between 0 and 120, with 100 as the statewide goal for all students.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 57% 16%
White 35% 76%
Hispanic 6% 3%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Economically disadvantaged students 99%N/A36%
Students with disabilities 12%N/A14%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree or higher 100%N/A99%
Master's degree or higher 63%N/A59%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Temporary teaching certificate 0%N/AN/A
Fully certified 97%N/A98%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
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1590 Alpine Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
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Phone: (614) 365-5359

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