DEERFIELD SCHOOL
Deerfield School is a public elementary school that is part of the Millburn Township School District school district, located in SHORT HILLS, NJ with about 438 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 32 teachers, Deerfield School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Deerfield Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the affluent community of Short Hills, New Jersey. As part of the Millburn Township Public School District, it serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top-performing elementary schools in the state. Its curriculum is rigorous and well-rounded, focusing on fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a strong foundation in core subjects, supported by a dedicated faculty and a robust educational environment.
Beyond its academic reputation, Deerfield is known for its strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school benefits from a supportive neighborhood atmosphere, with a parent-teacher association that plays a significant role in enhancing the student experience through enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and community-building events. Situated in a quiet, residential area, Deerfield provides a nurturing and safe setting that emphasizes character development and social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement, making it a cornerstone of the local Short Hills community.
For more information, contact Deerfield School at (973) 379-4843 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SHORT HILLS, NJ 07078
(973) 379-4843
DEERFIELD SCHOOL is a public school in SHORT HILLS, NJ with about 438 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Millburn Township School District
- Total Students:
- 438
- Teachers:
- 32.93
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 438 students
- White
- 49.1%
- Asian
- 39.7%
- Two or more races
- 6.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.7%
- Black or African American
- 1.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.