Very Good
#63 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 12% of private schools
Far Hills Country School
Elementary School
697 ROUTE 202, Far Hills, NJ 07931
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#63 of 534
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About Far Hills Country School
Far Hills Country School is a private elementary school in Far Hills, NJ. Far Hills Country School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Far Hills Country School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #63 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Far Hills Country School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Far Hills Country 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.
Far Hills Country School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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
697 ROUTE 202, Far Hills, NJ 07931
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Far Hills Country School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Corner School (rated 9.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Liberty Corner), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bedminster Township Public School (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bedminster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Street School (rated 9.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Basking Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Far Hills, see our Far Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATHENY SCHOOL Peapack | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Bedminster Township Public School Bedminster | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Mount Prospect Elementary School Basking Ridge | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTGOMERY ACADEMY Basking Ridge | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| THE ALBROOK SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Liberty Corner School Liberty Corner | 2.8 mi | 9.6 |
| William Annin Middle School Basking Ridge | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| SCHOOL OF SAINT ELIZABETH Bernardsville | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Bernards High School Bernardsville | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School Bernardsville | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Hamilton Primary School Bridgewater | 4.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| SOMERSET HILLS LEARNING INSTITUTE Bedminster | 4.0 mi | — |
| GILL ST BERNARD S SCHOOL Gladstone | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Oak Street School Basking Ridge | 3.5 mi | 9.1 |
| THE WILLOW SCHOOL Gladstone | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BONNIE BRAE SCHOOL Liberty Corner | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Hillside Intermediate School Bridgewater | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ST MARTINS SCHOOL Bridgewater | 4.8 mi | — |
| Ridge High School Basking Ridge | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07931 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,013
Median Home Value
$1,084,200
Median Rent
$3,469/mo
Population
3,271
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
84.2%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
47
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| Gertrude C. Folwell Elementary School Mount Holly, NJ | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Far Hills Country School
What grades does Far Hills Country School serve?
Far Hills Country School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Far Hills Country School?
Far Hills Country School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Far Hills Country School?
The student-teacher ratio at Far Hills Country School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Far Hills Country School rank in NJ?
Far Hills Country School ranks #63 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Far Hills Country School's MySchoolScout rating?
Far Hills Country School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Far Hills Country School a private school?
Yes, Far Hills Country 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 Hills Country School a religious school?
No, Far Hills Country School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 766-0622
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