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Pleasanton, CA vs Princeton, NJ

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- Princeton spends 39.3% more per student than Pleasanton.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 42.8% lower in Princeton than in Pleasanton. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Princeton had 1.5% more residents who had graduated High School compared to Pleasanton
 Pleasanton, CAPrinceton, NJUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$24,781$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$13,323  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$11,807$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio21.61  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock10354573
 Students per Counselor603  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock0.7%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.1.8%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock98.1%88.9%
 Some College Educ.13.3%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock2.7%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.66.3%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock30.2%9.3%
 Professional Degree3.5%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock19.6%1.5%
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Reviews for Pleasanton    18 Reviews
Todd · Pleasanton, CA
You Get What You Give
Over 1 years ago

I have been a resident of Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley (including the cities of Dublin, Livermore, and San Ramon) for nearly 30 years. Perception of life quality in  More

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Bobberson · Lincoln, NE
Great!
Over 6 years ago

I've lived in the city for 5 years and love it. Make Sure to Check it  More

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Bobberson · Lincoln, NE
Poop
Over 6 years ago

LITERALLY STUPID the tacos are great  More

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Reviews for Princeton    5 Reviews
Philip · Princeton, NJ
College towns are in a class by themselves
Over 15 years ago

Many cities have colleges in them, but Princeton's character and quality of life are very deeply influenced by having such an outstanding school contributing to all  More

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Abhd · Princeton, NJ
Quick response to crime
Over 16 years ago

police are very quick to respond and resolve crime problems. very safe place to live. when you feel safe, all other issues are  More

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katherine  · Princeton, NJ
Homes are Always in Demand!
Over 17 years ago

You'll never lose on a real estate investment in Princeton. It has that cache that people always desire. McCarter Theatre, University concerts, fine dining, great  More

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