Serving 481 students in grades 3-8, Deerfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Deerfield Elementary School's student population of 481 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deerfield Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerfield Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Elementary School's ranking?
Deerfield Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Deerfield Elementary School often compared to?
Deerfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beechwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Deerfield Elementary School?
481 students attend Deerfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Deerfield Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deerfield Elementary School?
Deerfield Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deerfield Elementary School offer ?
Deerfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Deerfield Elementary School part of?
Deerfield Elementary School is part of Mountainside School District.
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