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Top 43% in state

Lawrence Brook Elementary School

Elementary School · East Brunswick Township School District

48 SULLIVAN WAY, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Enrollment

361

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,064 of 2,466

In East Brunswick

#8 of 13

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

East Brunswick Township School District

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Lawrence Brook Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in East Brunswick · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lawrence Brook Elementary School

Lawrence Brook Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Brunswick, NJ, part of East Brunswick Township School District. Lawrence Brook Elementary School serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawrence Brook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,064 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lawrence Brook Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Lawrence Brook Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+19.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.5 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,586
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Lawrence Brook Elementary School — Students at Lawrence Brook Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 70.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2024
Math
64%
ELA
67.9%
2025
Math
67.4%
ELA
64.4%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Lawrence Brook Elementary School Compares

See how Lawrence Brook Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

48 SULLIVAN WAY, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lawrence Brook Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A Chester Redshaw School (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Brunswick), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby New Brunswick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Central Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Brunswick, see our East Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Churchill Junior High School East Brunswick 0.5 mi 5.9
UNITARIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Brunswick 0.6 mi
Parkview School Milltown 1.1 mi 5.3
GOOD DAY PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Milltown 1.3 mi
Joyce Kilmer School Milltown 1.4 mi 6.5
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School New Brunswick 1.7 mi 4.0
Memorial Elementary School East Brunswick 2.0 mi 6.2
ST BARTHOLOMEW SCHOOL East Brunswick 2.1 mi 5.5
Central Elementary School East Brunswick 2.0 mi 6.8
YESHIVAT NETIVOT MONTESSORI East Brunswick 2.3 mi 6.2
Bartle Elementary School Highland Park 2.4 mi 6.8
Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts New Brunswick 2.0 mi 7.2
Lord Stirling Elementary School New Brunswick 2.2 mi 5.2
East Brunswick High School East Brunswick 2.3 mi 5.3
DARUL ARQAM SCHOOL South River 2.0 mi 7.7
South River Primary School South River 2.3 mi 5.1
Parsons North Brunswick 2.1 mi 6.8
Irving Primary School Highland Park 2.8 mi 5.6
Livingston Elementary School New Brunswick 2.4 mi 5.5
A Chester Redshaw School New Brunswick 2.4 mi 7.5

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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Eleanor Van Gelder Edgewater, NJ 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lawrence Brook Elementary School

What grades does Lawrence Brook Elementary School serve?

Lawrence Brook Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Lawrence Brook Elementary School?

Lawrence Brook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawrence Brook Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lawrence Brook Elementary School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lawrence Brook Elementary School rank in NJ?

Lawrence Brook Elementary School ranks #1,064 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lawrence Brook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lawrence Brook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Lawrence Brook Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawrence Brook Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lawrence Brook Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lawrence Brook Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lawrence Brook Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lawrence Brook Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lawrence Brook Elementary School?

19.1% of students at Lawrence Brook Elementary 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

East Brunswick Township School District
District Enrollment
8,184
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,586
District Rank
#7 of 11

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