South River Middle School vs South River Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 290 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South River Middle School
South River · Public middle · Grades 6–8
524 students
South River Primary School
South River · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
508 students
| Measure | South River Middle School South River, New Jersey | South River Primary School South River, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #368 of 440 | #853 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #9570 of 15,369 | #16482 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 524 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.8% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| 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 41.2).
- •South River Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 66.8%).
- •South River Primary School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 10.3).
- •South River Middle School is the larger school with 524 students compared with 508.
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 Middle School better than South River Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), South River Primary School ranks higher (62.5 vs 41.2 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 Middle School and South River Primary School?
About 290 m in a straight line, between South River and South River in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South River Middle School: 524. South River Primary School: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South River Middle School and South River Primary School rank in New Jersey?
South River Middle School is 368th of 440 and South River Primary School is 853rd of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).