Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Deerfield Township Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerfield Township Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Deerfield Township Elementary School's student population of 316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The mission of Deerfield Township Elementary School is to encourage and promote more self-sufficient individuals with positive self-esteem.
School Rankings
Deerfield Township Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerfield Township Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1829 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
41%
34%
Black
10%
14%
White
42%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Township Elementary School's ranking?
Deerfield Township Elementary School is ranked #1829 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Deerfield Township Elementary School?
316 students attend Deerfield Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Deerfield Township Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerfield Township Elementary School?
Deerfield Township Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deerfield Township Elementary School offer ?
Deerfield Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerfield Township Elementary School part of?
Deerfield Township Elementary School is part of Deerfield Township School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Administration and coaches are the reason this place is going down hill. Administration does nothing and the coaches aren't in the class but are dictating what the teachers are suppose to do. Sadly, everyone knows this but no changes are being made.
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