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Deron School Of Nj

320 2nd Avenue
Garwood, NJ 07027

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Tel: (908) 301-0200

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Established in 1967, The Deron School offers educational programs for learning-disabled students, 5-21, who cannot be served in a regular classroom setting.

Deron's programs provide for academic, social and emotional growth at both the elementary and secondary school-age levels, with each program tailored to the students' ages and developmental needs.

With the primary goal of preparing students for successful, productive futures, the Deron School provides the tools and learning environment to assist them in achieving their highest personal level of skill and independence.

To this end, Deron offers a continuum of programs in academics, fine & gross motor coordination, and social & independent living skills, as well as an extensive transition program.

Extended school year (summer school) programs are offered at both schools.

The Deron Schools endeavor to provide a learning environment that enables each individual to achieve their maximum potential.

Comprehensive programs promote the development of independence and social skills in preparing students for productive, successful futures.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool
Enrollment: 107 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Council of Bilingual Education

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool

Year Founded

1967

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

107 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

83%

State avg.: 40%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Mascot: Tigers

Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool
Enrollment: 107 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Union County, NJ is $18,703 for elementary schools and $22,404 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Union County, NJ is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).