Very Good
#61 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 11% of private schools
The Red Oaks School
Elementary School
21 CUTLER ST, Morristown, NJ 07960
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#61 of 534
In Morristown
#1 of 8
public schools
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The Red Oaks School
Elementary School in Morristown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Red Oaks School
The Red Oaks School is a private elementary school in Morristown, NJ. The Red Oaks School serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Red Oaks School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, The Red Oaks School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, The Red Oaks School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Red Oaks 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 The Red Oaks School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Morristown, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Red Oaks School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Sussex Avenue School | 8.1 |
| Lafayette Learning Center | 5.8 |
| Alexander Hamilton | 8.6 |
| Unity Charter School | 8.2 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School | 7.8 |
| Hillcrest School | 6.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson School | 7.4 |
| Central Park School | — |
| Normandy Park School | 8.5 |
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.
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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
21 CUTLER ST, Morristown, NJ 07960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Red Oaks School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alexander Hamilton (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Unity Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sussex Avenue School (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Morristown High School Morristown | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Alexander Hamilton Morristown | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Hillcrest School Morristown | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| THE PECK SCHOOL Morristown | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Central Park School Morristown | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mountain Way School Morris Plains | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Woodland School Convent Station | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Mountview Road School Morris Plains | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| VILLA WALSH ACADEMY Morristown | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,462
Median Home Value
$701,100
Median Rent
$2,173/mo
Population
46,178
College Educated
67.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
39.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Red Oaks School
What grades does The Red Oaks School serve?
The Red Oaks School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Red Oaks School?
The Red Oaks School has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Red Oaks School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Red Oaks School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Red Oaks School rank in NJ?
The Red Oaks School ranks #61 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Red Oaks School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Red Oaks 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 The Red Oaks School a private school?
Yes, The Red Oaks 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 The Red Oaks School a religious school?
No, The Red Oaks School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 539-7853
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