C. Richard Applegate School vs Deerfield School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 52 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C. Richard Applegate School
Freehold · Public elementary · Grades K–5
358 students
Deerfield School
Short Hills · Public elementary · Grades K–4
358 students
| Measure | C. Richard Applegate School Freehold, New Jersey | Deerfield School Short Hills, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #525 of 1,479 | #74 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #6231 of 50,301 | #248 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 358 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17% | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 92% |
| city | Freehold | Short Hills |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Deerfield School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.3 vs 77.8).
- •Deerfield School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 62%).
- •Deerfield School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 56%).
- •C. Richard Applegate School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 12.3).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is C. Richard Applegate School better than Deerfield School?
On the Success Index (US), Deerfield School ranks higher (93.3 vs 77.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are C. Richard Applegate School and Deerfield School?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Freehold and Short Hills in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. Richard Applegate School: 358. Deerfield School: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. Richard Applegate School and Deerfield School rank in New Jersey?
C. Richard Applegate School is 525th of 1,479 and Deerfield School is 74th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).