Very Good
#126 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 23% of private schools
Far Brook School
Elementary School
52 GREAT HILLS RD, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#126 of 534
In Short Hills
#3 of 4
public schools
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Far Brook School
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About Far Brook School
Far Brook School is a private elementary school in Short Hills, NJ. Far Brook School serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Far Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #126 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Far Brook School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Far Brook 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 Far Brook School compares to the 3 public schools in Short Hills, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Short Hills
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Far Brook School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Deerfield School | 7.5 |
| Hartshorn School | 8.7 |
| Glenwood School | 7.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
52 GREAT HILLS RD, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Far Brook School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Collins Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Livingston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hartshorn School (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burnet Hill Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Livingston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Short Hills, see our Short Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deerfield School Short Hills | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Short Hills | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL Short Hills | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Millburn Middle School Millburn | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER METROWEST ROSS CAMPUS West Orange | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ACADEMY Short Hills | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST STEPHEN'S PRESCHOOL Millburn | 1.9 mi | — |
| Millburn High School Millburn | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center West Orange | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Glenwood School Short Hills | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Washington School Millburn | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Collins Elementary School Livingston | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Hartshorn School Short Hills | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Wyoming School Millburn | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| South Mountain School Millburn | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Burnet Hill Elementary School Livingston | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| THE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Springfield | 2.5 mi | — |
| Livingston High School Livingston | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| James Caldwell Elementary School Springfield | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Far Brook School
What grades does Far Brook School serve?
Far Brook School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Far Brook School?
Far Brook School has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Far Brook School?
The student-teacher ratio at Far Brook School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Far Brook School rank in NJ?
Far Brook School ranks #126 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Far Brook School's MySchoolScout rating?
Far Brook 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.
Is Far Brook School a private school?
Yes, Far Brook 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 Far Brook School a religious school?
No, Far Brook School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 379-3442
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