Alfred Vail School

125 SPEEDWELL AVENUE
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ 07950

(973)292-2080

www.morrisschooldistrict.org

342 Students

Elementary School K - 2nd

School Overview

Alfred Vail School, located at 125 Speedwell Avenue in Morris Plains, New Jersey, serves as the primary educational facility for the district's youngest learners, typically housing students in grades Pre-K through second grade. As a foundational pillar of the Morris Plains School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that prioritizes early childhood development, foundational literacy, and social-emotional growth. Its curriculum is designed to build a strong academic base while encouraging curiosity and a lifelong love of learning in a supportive community setting.

The school is well-regarded for its collaborative atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and parents work closely together to address the unique needs of developing children. Beyond standard academics, Alfred Vail emphasizes character education and community involvement, helping students transition smoothly into their elementary education. By focusing on small-group instruction and interactive learning experiences, the school aims to ensure that every student gains the confidence and essential skills necessary to succeed as they advance to Mountain Way School and beyond.

342

Total Students

30.0

Full-Time Teachers

11.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

49.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Alfred Vail School
Demographic	Student Count
White	126
Hispanic	177
Black	18
Asian	5
Two or More	16

Hispanic
177 (51.8%)
White
126 (36.8%)
Black
18 (5.3%)
Two or More
16 (4.7%)
Asian
5 (1.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Morris School District
Phone:	(973)292-2080
Website:	http://www.morrisschooldistrict.org
Grade Range:	K - 2nd
Total Students:	342
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	30.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	147
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	21

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 118

Grade 1 117

Grade 2 107