Very Good
#53 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 10% of private schools
Cedar Hill Prep School
Elementary School
152 CEDAR GROVE LN, Somerset, NJ 08873
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#53 of 534
In Somerset
#1 of 6
public schools
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Cedar Hill Prep School
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About Cedar Hill Prep School
Cedar Hill Prep School is a private elementary school in Somerset, NJ. Cedar Hill Prep School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Hill Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Cedar Hill Prep School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cedar Hill Prep School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cedar Hill Prep School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Somerset, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Hill Prep School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School | 6.0 |
| Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus | 6.6 |
| Elizabeth Avenue School | 8.0 |
| Conerly Road School | 5.0 |
| MacAfee Road School | 8.2 |
| Central Jersey College Prep Charter School | 5.4 |
| Hillcrest School | 7.0 |
| Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus | 5.7 |
| Pine Grove Manor School | 8.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
152 CEDAR GROVE LN, Somerset, NJ 08873
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Hill Prep School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MacAfee Road School (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Elizabeth Avenue School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Martin Luther King Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Piscataway), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Somerset, see our Somerset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08873 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,866
Median Home Value
$438,600
Median Rent
$1,942/mo
Population
55,862
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen, NJ | 7.7 |
| County Road School Demarest, NJ | 7.7 |
| Eldridge Park School Lawrenceville, NJ | 7.7 |
| GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange, NJ | 7.7 |
| John Hydock Elementary School Columbus, NJ | 7.7 |
| Mountain Way School Morris Plains, NJ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Hill Prep School
What grades does Cedar Hill Prep School serve?
Cedar Hill Prep School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Cedar Hill Prep School?
Cedar Hill Prep School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Hill Prep School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Hill Prep School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cedar Hill Prep School rank in NJ?
Cedar Hill Prep School ranks #53 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Cedar Hill Prep School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Hill Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cedar Hill Prep School a private school?
Yes, Cedar Hill Prep School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cedar Hill Prep School a religious school?
No, Cedar Hill Prep School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (732) 356-5400
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