South River Public School District
School District · South River, New Jersey
Avg Rating
4.5
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,885
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Avg Rating
4.5
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,885
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Evaluating South River Public School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge South River Public School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
South River Elementary School
South River · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
South River Middle School
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South River High School
South River · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#390 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.8
below New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$21,885
$3,724 vs New Jersey median
District size
2,469 students
Larger than New Jersey median
The short answer
South River Public School District ranks #390 of 398 New Jersey districts by overall school rating. South River Public School District's schools with real test data average 4.4/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are South River Elementary School (4.6/10), South River Middle School (4.5/10), and South River High School (4.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in South River Public School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South River Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 2 | South River Middle School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 3 | South River High School | 4.0 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About South River Public School District
South River Public School District is a South River, New Jersey school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 2,469 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. The district invests $21,885 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.5/10, South River Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is South River Elementary School, which has a composite score of 4.6/10.
In standardized testing, South River Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 38.0% and ELA proficiency of 46.7%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in South River Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South River Public School District with test data.
Schools in South River Public School District
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- South River
- Total Enrollment
- 2,469
- Teachers (FTE)
- 207
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South River Public School District?
South River Public School District has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South River Public School District?
The average composite rating for South River Public School District is 4.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South River Public School District?
South River Public School District spends $21,885 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South River Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in South River Public School District is 11.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in South River Public School District?
South River Elementary School is the highest-rated school in South River Public School District with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What are the test scores in South River Public School District?
Across schools in South River Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 46.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South River Public School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
South River Public School District has an average school rating of 4.5/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 38.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 46.7%
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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.
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