Very Good
#641 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 26% in state
Deerfield School
Elementary School · Millburn Township School District
26 TROY LANE, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#641 of 2,466
In Short Hills
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Millburn Township School District
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Deerfield School
Deerfield School is a public elementary school in Short Hills, NJ, part of Millburn Township School District. Deerfield School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Deerfield School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #641 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Deerfield School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Deerfield School — Students at Deerfield School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 6.0/10.
How Deerfield School Compares
See how Deerfield School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
26 TROY LANE, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deerfield School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Collins Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Livingston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hartshorn School (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burnet Hill Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Livingston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Short Hills, see our Short Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAR BROOK SCHOOL Short Hills | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Short Hills | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL Short Hills | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER METROWEST ROSS CAMPUS West Orange | 1.5 mi | — |
| Millburn Middle School Millburn | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center West Orange | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Collins Elementary School Livingston | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| ST STEPHEN'S PRESCHOOL Millburn | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ACADEMY Short Hills | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Millburn High School Millburn | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Washington School Millburn | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Glenwood School Short Hills | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Wyoming School Millburn | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Hartshorn School Short Hills | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Burnet Hill Elementary School Livingston | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Livingston High School Livingston | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| South Mountain School Millburn | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| THE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Springfield | 2.6 mi | — |
| Delia Bolden Elementary School Maplewood | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,627,300
Median Rent
$3,363/mo
Population
14,183
College Educated
90.1%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
44.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
41
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|---|---|
| Albio Sires Elementary School West New York, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bradford Elementary School Upper Montclair, NJ | 7.5 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes, NJ | 7.5 |
| Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deerfield School
What grades does Deerfield School serve?
Deerfield School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Deerfield School?
Deerfield School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deerfield School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deerfield School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deerfield School rank in NJ?
Deerfield School ranks #641 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Deerfield School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deerfield School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Deerfield School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deerfield School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Deerfield School a charter school?
No, Deerfield School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deerfield School a Title I school?
No, Deerfield School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.5%
- Phone
- (973) 379-4843
Resources & Links
District
Millburn Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,737
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,654
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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