East Brunswick High School vs South River High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Brunswick High School
East Brunswick · Public high · Grades 10–12
2,124 students
South River High School
South River · Public high · Grades 9–12
716 students
| Measure | East Brunswick High School East Brunswick, New Jersey | South River High School South River, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 357 | #260 of 357 |
| National rank | #2072 of 16,910 | #12098 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,124 | 716 |
| Enrollment | 2,124 | 716 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.2% | 64.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 24% |
| city | East Brunswick | South River |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Brunswick High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.3 vs 35.5).
- •East Brunswick High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 24%).
- •East Brunswick High School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 42%).
- •East Brunswick High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.2% vs 64.2%).
- •South River High School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.1).
- •East Brunswick High School is the larger school with 2,124 students compared with 716.
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 East Brunswick High School better than South River High School?
On the Success Index (US), East Brunswick High School ranks higher (75.3 vs 35.5 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 East Brunswick High School and South River High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between East Brunswick and South River in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Brunswick High School: 2,124. South River High School: 716. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Brunswick High School and South River High School rank in New Jersey?
East Brunswick High School is 76th of 357 and South River High School is 260th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).