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6.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in East Brunswick, New Jersey

18 schools · 13 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Public: 13
Private: 5
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.7/10
Estimated Scores: 19%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.7/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$141,731

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$502,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
58%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
38 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
81%

Of occupied housing units

How East Brunswick compares

New Jersey rank

#117 of 344

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above New Jersey avg (6.3)

Median household income

$142k

120% of New Jersey median

Schools in this city

16

About Schools in East Brunswick, New Jersey

East Brunswick, New Jersey is home to 18 schools, including 13 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in East Brunswick show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in East Brunswick is Irwin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

East Brunswick is served by 3 school districts: Hatikvah International Academy Charter School, East Brunswick Township School District, Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District. These districts collectively serve 10,930 students.

East Brunswick's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $141,731. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 08816 (18)

Elementary Schools

13 schools
# School Rating
1 311 students · Pre-K–4th 8.5
2 187 students · Pre-K–4th 8.1
3 637 students · Kindergarten–8th 7.8
4 339 students · Kindergarten–4th 7.7
5 351 students · Pre-K–4th 7.3
6 361 students · Pre-K–4th 7.1
7 391 students · Pre-K–4th 7.0
8 409 students · Kindergarten–4th 6.1
9 353 students · Pre-K–4th 5.8
Private Schools 4 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 96 students · Pre-K–8th Not Rated
2 362 students · Pre-K–8th Not Rated
3 22 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten Not Rated
4 2 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 1,312 students · 5th–6th 8.1
2 2,007 students · 7th–9th 6.3

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 742 students · 9th–12th 6.4
2 2,104 students · 10th–12th 5.7

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 276 students · Kindergarten–12th Not Rated

Schools in East Brunswick

East Brunswick, New Jersey · 18 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$141,731

Median Home Value

$502,600

Median Rent

$2,079/mo

Population

48,965

College Educated

58%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Community Profile

East Brunswick has a median household income of $141,731. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $502,600, with a median rent of $2,079/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in East Brunswick, New Jersey

How many schools are in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

East Brunswick has 18 schools, including 13 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in East Brunswick is 6.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

The top-ranked school in East Brunswick on MySchoolScout is Irwin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

The top-ranked elementary school in East Brunswick on MySchoolScout is Irwin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best middle school in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

The top-ranked middle school in East Brunswick on MySchoolScout is Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best high school in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

The top-ranked high school in East Brunswick on MySchoolScout is East Brunswick Magnet School with a composite score of 6.4/10.

How many school districts serve East Brunswick, New Jersey?

East Brunswick is served by 3 school districts: Hatikvah International Academy Charter School, East Brunswick Township School District, Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District.

What is the education level in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

According to Census data, 58% of adults in East Brunswick have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

The median household income in East Brunswick is approximately $141,731 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

Yes, East Brunswick has 5 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Yeshivat Netivot Montessori with a score of 6.2/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in East Brunswick is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in East Brunswick, New Jersey?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.