2025 Compare Cities Education:
Princeton, NJ vs South Plainfield, NJ

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Highlights
- South Plainfield spends 11.4% less per student than Princeton.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 1.5% lower in South Plainfield than in Princeton. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- South Plainfield had 5.0% fewer residents who had graduated High School compared to Princeton
 Princeton, NJSouth Plainfield, NJUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$21,959$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$19,715  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$11,585$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio12.36  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock14524573
 Students per Counselor296  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock3.3%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.1.2%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock93.2%88.9%
 Some College Educ.5.9%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock7.9%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.85.3%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock11.8%9.3%
 Professional Degree7.6%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock1.7%1.5%
Reviews for Princeton    5 Reviews

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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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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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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Reviews for South Plainfield    3 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

Environmentally conscious community. Great school system. Comfortable and safe recreation facilities and parks. Residents are consistently engaged in physical fitness  More

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located within a moments drive to all major hiways that are perfect for the easy commute. Public transportation either choose the bus line or train are conveinently  More

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Over 19 years ago

Closeness to NY and having a strong economy in NJ has lead to a vibrant and diverse life. Good scools, hospitals and public services - the staple of any good city is  More

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