Serving 742 students in grades 9-12, East Brunswick Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Brunswick Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Brunswick Magnet School's student population of 742 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
East Brunswick Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Brunswick Magnet School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
38%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
45%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Brunswick Magnet School's ranking?
East Brunswick Magnet School is ranked #839 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are East Brunswick Magnet School often compared to?
East Brunswick Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piscataway Magnet School, Perth Amboy Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Brunswick Magnet School?
The graduation rate of East Brunswick Magnet School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend East Brunswick Magnet School?
742 students attend East Brunswick Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of East Brunswick Magnet School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Brunswick Magnet School?
East Brunswick Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Brunswick Magnet School offer ?
East Brunswick Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Brunswick Magnet School part of?
East Brunswick Magnet School is part of Middlesex County Vocational And Technical School District.
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