Very Good
#817 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 33% in state
Cedar Hill School
Elementary School · Bernards Township School District
100 Peachtree Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#817 of 2,466
In Basking Ridge
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Bernards Township School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Cedar Hill School
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About Cedar Hill School
Cedar Hill School is a public elementary school in Basking Ridge, NJ, part of Bernards Township School District. Cedar Hill School serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #817 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Hill School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 8.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Hill School — Students at Cedar Hill School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Cedar Hill School Compares
See how Cedar Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100 Peachtree Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Corner School (rated 9.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Liberty Corner), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Street School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE ALBROOK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Basking Ridge, see our Basking Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ridge High School Basking Ridge | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Oak Street School Basking Ridge | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| William Annin Middle School Basking Ridge | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTGOMERY ACADEMY Basking Ridge | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| SOMERSET HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 1.9 mi | — |
| ALAN E ZIMMER CHABAD PRESCHOOL Basking Ridge | 2.1 mi | — |
| Bernards High School Bernardsville | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| BONNIE BRAE SCHOOL Liberty Corner | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Millington Elementary School Millington | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MENDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SCHOOL OF SAINT ELIZABETH Bernardsville | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Liberty Corner School Liberty Corner | 2.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School Bernardsville | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Central Middle School Stirling | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| LONG HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Stirling | 2.9 mi | — |
| THE ALBROOK SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| HUDSONWAY IMMERSION SCHOOL Stirling | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Developmental Learning Center Warren Warren | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07920 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$184,630
Median Home Value
$769,300
Median Rent
$2,330/mo
Population
28,390
College Educated
73.5%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Hill School
What grades does Cedar Hill School serve?
Cedar Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cedar Hill School?
Cedar Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Hill School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Hill School rank in NJ?
Cedar Hill School ranks #817 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Cedar Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Hill School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cedar Hill School a charter school?
No, Cedar Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Hill School a Title I school?
No, Cedar Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Hill School?
3.7% of students at Cedar Hill School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 572
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.8%
- Phone
- (908) 204-2633
Resources & Links
District
Bernards Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,760
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,538
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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