Schools & Families in Millburn

Millburn Township School District carries a real, elite statewide reputation, and family life across both downtown Millburn and Short Hills centers substantially on that school-district identity.

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A genuinely elite district ranking

Millburn Township School District ranked 10th among ALL New Jersey school districts and 2nd within Essex County specifically (Niche, 2026) -- a genuinely elite placement among hundreds of statewide districts in a state already known for consistently strong public schools.

A real driver of the town's own housing demand

This strong district reputation is a real, substantial driver of Millburn's and Short Hills' own genuinely elevated housing demand and prices -- families specifically relocating for the schools are a genuine, well-documented share of Millburn's real estate market.

A genuinely family-oriented age profile

Both Millburn (24.2% under 15) and Short Hills (25.3% under 15) carry a real, substantial family-with-children population share, consistent with the town's school-driven relocation pattern -- and consistent with this record's RETIREMENT DECISION to use best-areas rather than retiring as Millburn's ninth topic.

Key takeaways

Millburn Township School District ranks 10th in New Jersey and 2nd in Essex County (Niche 2026) -- a genuinely elite placement.
The district's strong reputation is a real, substantial driver of Millburn's and Short Hills' housing demand.
Both Millburn (24.2%) and Short Hills (25.3%) carry a real, substantial under-15 population share.
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Last reviewed: 2026-08-25. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.