Belleville PS5 vs Lawrence Brook Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belleville PS5
Belleville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
362 students
Lawrence Brook Elementary School
East Brunswick · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
362 students
| Measure | Belleville PS5 Belleville, New Jersey | Lawrence Brook Elementary School East Brunswick, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1042 of 1,479 | #263 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #24434 of 50,301 | #1510 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 362 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.9% | 25.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 8.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 72% |
| city | Belleville | East Brunswick |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lawrence Brook Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.4 vs 51.0).
- •Lawrence Brook Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 37%).
- •Lawrence Brook Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Lawrence Brook Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.4% vs 64.9%).
- •Lawrence Brook Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 12.9).
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 Belleville PS5 better than Lawrence Brook Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lawrence Brook Elementary School ranks higher (87.4 vs 51.0 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 Belleville PS5 and Lawrence Brook Elementary School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Belleville and East Brunswick in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belleville PS5: 362. Lawrence Brook Elementary School: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belleville PS5 and Lawrence Brook Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Belleville PS5 is 1042nd of 1,479 and Lawrence Brook Elementary School is 263rd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).