Henry P. Becton Regional High School vs Rutherford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Henry P. Becton Regional High School
East Rutherford · Public high · Grades 9–12
853 students
Rutherford High School
Rutherford · Public high · Grades 9–12
727 students
| Measure | Henry P. Becton Regional High School East Rutherford, New Jersey | Rutherford High School Rutherford, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #240 of 357 | #92 of 357 |
| National rank | #10813 of 16,910 | #2626 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 853 | 727 |
| Enrollment | 853 | 727 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.6% | 4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 40% |
| city | East Rutherford | Rutherford |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rutherford High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.8 vs 40.6).
- •Rutherford High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 14%).
- •Rutherford High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 49%).
- •Rutherford High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4% vs 40.6%).
- •Rutherford High School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 14.2).
- •Henry P. Becton Regional High School is the larger school with 853 students compared with 727.
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 Henry P. Becton Regional High School better than Rutherford High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rutherford High School ranks higher (72.8 vs 40.6 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 Henry P. Becton Regional High School and Rutherford High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between East Rutherford and Rutherford in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Henry P. Becton Regional High School: 853. Rutherford High School: 727. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Henry P. Becton Regional High School and Rutherford High School rank in New Jersey?
Henry P. Becton Regional High School is 240th of 357 and Rutherford High School is 92nd of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).