South River Elementary School vs South River Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 333 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South River Elementary School
South River · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
496 students
South River Primary School
South River · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
508 students
| Measure | South River Elementary School South River, New Jersey | South River Primary School South River, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1149 of 1,479 | #853 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #30330 of 50,301 | #16482 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 496 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 496 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | – |
| Math proficiency | 34% | – |
| city | South River | South River |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South River Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 42.5).
- •South River Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 71%).
- •South River Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 10.2).
- •South River Primary School is the larger school with 508 students compared with 496.
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 South River Elementary School better than South River Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), South River Primary School ranks higher (62.5 vs 42.5 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 South River Elementary School and South River Primary School?
About 333 m in a straight line, between South River and South River in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South River Elementary School: 496. South River Primary School: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South River Elementary School and South River Primary School rank in New Jersey?
South River Elementary School is 1149th of 1,479 and South River Primary School is 853rd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).