John P. Stevens High School vs Metuchen High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John P. Stevens High School
Edison · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,687 students
Metuchen High School
Metuchen · Public high · Grades 9–12
718 students
| Measure | John P. Stevens High School Edison, New Jersey | Metuchen High School Metuchen, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 5% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #44 of 357 | #51 of 357 |
| National rank | #851 of 16,910 | #1078 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,687 | 718 |
| Enrollment | 2,687 | 718 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16% | 9.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 52% |
| city | Edison | Metuchen |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John P. Stevens High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 81.3).
- •John P. Stevens High School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 52%).
- •John P. Stevens High School does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 79%).
- •Metuchen High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.3% vs 16%).
- •Metuchen High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 16.1).
- •John P. Stevens High School is the larger school with 2,687 students compared with 718.
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 John P. Stevens High School better than Metuchen High School?
On the Success Index (US), John P. Stevens High School ranks higher (83.1 vs 81.3 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 John P. Stevens High School and Metuchen High School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Edison and Metuchen in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John P. Stevens High School: 2,687. Metuchen High School: 718. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John P. Stevens High School and Metuchen High School rank in New Jersey?
John P. Stevens High School is 44th of 357 and Metuchen High School is 51st of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).