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#1974 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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South River Primary School
Elementary School · South River Public School District
22 DAVID STREET, South River, NJ 08882
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,974 of 2,466
In South River
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
South River Public School District
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South River Primary School
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About South River Primary School
South River Primary School is a public elementary school in South River, NJ, part of South River Public School District. South River Primary School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. South River Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,974 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How South River Primary School Compares
See how South River Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22 DAVID STREET, South River, NJ 08882
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South River Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frost Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South River, see our South River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08882 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,853
Median Home Value
$382,500
Median Rent
$1,599/mo
Population
16,007
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beachwood Elementary School Beachwood, NJ | 5.1 |
| Ben Franklin Elementary Lawrenceville, NJ | 5.1 |
| Berkley Street School New Milford, NJ | 5.1 |
| Central Elementary School Orange, NJ | 5.1 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood, NJ | 5.1 |
| E. Roy Bixby Bogota, NJ | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South River Primary School
What grades does South River Primary School serve?
South River Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend South River Primary School?
South River Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South River Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at South River Primary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South River Primary School rank in NJ?
South River Primary School ranks #1,974 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is South River Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
South River Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South River Primary School a charter school?
No, South River Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South River Primary School a Title I school?
No, South River Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South River Primary School?
44.9% of students at South River Primary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (732) 613-4006
Resources & Links
District
South River Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,469
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,885
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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