Central Elementary School vs Lawrence Brook Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
East Brunswick · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
349 students
Lawrence Brook Elementary School
East Brunswick · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
362 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School East Brunswick, New Jersey | Lawrence Brook Elementary School East Brunswick, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #208 of 1,479 | #263 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #955 of 50,301 | #1510 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 349 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 349 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.2% | 25.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 8.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| city | East Brunswick | East Brunswick |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.2 vs 87.4).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 72%).
- •Lawrence Brook Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.4% vs 27.2%).
- •Lawrence Brook Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 9.2).
- •Lawrence Brook Elementary School is the larger school with 362 students compared with 349.
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 Central Elementary School better than Lawrence Brook Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (89.2 vs 87.4 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 Central Elementary School and Lawrence Brook Elementary School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between East Brunswick and East Brunswick in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 349. Lawrence Brook Elementary School: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Lawrence Brook Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Central Elementary School is 208th 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).