Deerfield School
402 Students
Elementary School K - 4th
School Overview
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.
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.
402
Total Students
30.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 137 |
| Hispanic | 8 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 219 |
| Two or More | 37 |
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Asian219 (54.5 %)
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White137 (34.1 %)
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Two or More37 (9.2 %)
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Hispanic8 (2.0 %)
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Black1 (0.2 %)
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: | Millburn Township School District |
| Phone: | (973)379-4843 |
| Website: | http://www.millburn.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 402 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
54
Grade 1
81
Grade 2
90
Grade 3
78
Grade 4
99
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 54 |
| Grade 1 | 81 |
| Grade 2 | 90 |
| Grade 3 | 78 |
| Grade 4 | 99 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 186 | 46.3% |
| Male | 216 | 53.7% |
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