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East Brunswick Magnet School

High School · Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District

112 RUES LANE P O BOX 1070, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Enrollment

742

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#960 of 2,466

In East Brunswick

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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East Brunswick Magnet School

6.9/10

High School in East Brunswick · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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About East Brunswick Magnet School

East Brunswick Magnet School is a public high school in East Brunswick, NJ, part of Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District. East Brunswick Magnet School serves approximately 742 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Brunswick Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #960 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for East Brunswick Magnet School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation3.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,428
Chronic Absenteeism2.2%

East Brunswick Magnet School — Students at East Brunswick Magnet School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
6%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
24.8%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
32.5%
ELA
54.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How East Brunswick Magnet School Compares

See how East Brunswick Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
3.8% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

112 RUES LANE P O BOX 1070, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Brunswick Magnet School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Spotswood High School (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Spotswood), with a comparable rating. Another option is East Brunswick High School (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, South River High School (rated 4.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby South River), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Brunswick, see our East Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Irwin Elementary School East Brunswick 0.4 mi 8.6
Chittick Elementary School East Brunswick 0.6 mi 7.4
Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School East Brunswick 0.6 mi 6.8
CROSSROADS EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Brunswick 0.9 mi
Bowne-Munro Elementary School East Brunswick 1.0 mi 9.3
East Brunswick High School East Brunswick 1.0 mi 5.3
Frost Elementary School East Brunswick 1.1 mi 9.1
South River High School South River 1.3 mi 4.0
G Austin Schoenly Elementary School Spotswood 1.3 mi 4.1
South River Primary School South River 1.3 mi 5.1
South River Middle School South River 1.3 mi 4.5
South River Elementary School South River 1.4 mi 4.6
Central Elementary School East Brunswick 1.3 mi 6.8
Spotswood Memorial Middle School Spotswood 1.5 mi 5.2
Spotswood High School Spotswood 1.6 mi 5.9
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood 2.0 mi 3.7
DARUL ARQAM SCHOOL South River 2.0 mi 7.7
William A. Miller Elementary School Old Bridge 1.7 mi 4.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Spotswood 2.3 mi 5.6
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Old Bridge 2.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,731

Median Home Value

$502,600

Median Rent

$2,079/mo

Population

48,965

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

41.6

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West Morris Central High School Chester, NJ 6.9
Whippany Park High School Whippany, NJ 6.9
Cicely L. Tyson Community Middle/High School East Orange, NJ 7.0
Kittatinny Regional High School Newton, NJ 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Brunswick Magnet School

What grades does East Brunswick Magnet School serve?

East Brunswick Magnet School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend East Brunswick Magnet School?

East Brunswick Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 742 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Brunswick Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Brunswick Magnet School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Brunswick Magnet School rank in NJ?

East Brunswick Magnet School ranks #960 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is East Brunswick Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Brunswick Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Brunswick Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Brunswick Magnet School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Brunswick Magnet School a charter school?

No, East Brunswick Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Brunswick Magnet School a Title I school?

No, East Brunswick Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Brunswick Magnet School?

25.2% of students at East Brunswick Magnet School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
742
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.2%
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.2%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District
District Enrollment
2,107
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,428
District Rank
#4 of 5

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