South Brunswick High School is a comprehensive community public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades at the school located in the Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick, ...
Serving 2,728 students in grades 9-12, South Brunswick High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Brunswick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Brunswick High School's student population of 2,728 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 197 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
197 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
South Brunswick High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Brunswick High School is 0.56, 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
#699 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
63%
10%
Hispanic
10%
34%
Black
7%
15%
White
18%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 South Brunswick High School's ranking?
South Brunswick High School is ranked #699 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are South Brunswick High School often compared to?
South Brunswick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Windsor-plainsboro High School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Brunswick High School?
The graduation rate of South Brunswick High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Brunswick High School?
2,728 students attend South Brunswick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Brunswick High School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Brunswick High School?
South Brunswick High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Brunswick High School offer ?
South Brunswick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Brunswick High School part of?
South Brunswick High School is part of South Brunswick School District.
School Reviews
5 4/20/2024
Great School system.
4 3/19/2020
This school is very inclusive, but sometimes are teacher will say something about one thing being on a test, when it is not, so we study for the wrong thing or something like that. The people there overall are very nice and super easy going, although they discipline fairly and well if it is needed.
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