River Dell Regional High School vs Sparta High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 51 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
River Dell Regional High School
Oradell · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,025 students
Sparta High School
Sparta · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,025 students
| Measure | River Dell Regional High School Oradell, New Jersey | Sparta High School Sparta, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #18 of 357 | #64 of 357 |
| National rank | #465 of 16,910 | #1633 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,025 | 1,025 |
| Enrollment | 1,025 | 1,025 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.1% | 7.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 56% |
| city | Oradell | Sparta |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Dell Regional High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 77.6).
- •River Dell Regional High School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 56%).
- •River Dell Regional High School does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 62%).
- •River Dell Regional High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.1% vs 7.2%).
- •Sparta High School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.9).
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 River Dell Regional High School better than Sparta High School?
On the Success Index (US), River Dell Regional High School ranks higher (86.9 vs 77.6 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 River Dell Regional High School and Sparta High School?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Oradell and Sparta in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
River Dell Regional High School: 1,025. Sparta High School: 1,025. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do River Dell Regional High School and Sparta High School rank in New Jersey?
River Dell Regional High School is 18th of 357 and Sparta High School is 64th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).