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Reston, VA vs Princeton, NJ

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- Princeton spends 41.0% more per student than Reston.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 8.6% lower in Princeton than in Reston. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Princeton had 2.5% more residents who had graduated High School compared to Reston
 Reston, VAPrinceton, NJUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$24,781$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$16,085  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$11,807$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio13.52  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock10354573
 Students per Counselor273  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock0.7%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.2.3%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock98.1%88.9%
 Some College Educ.11.1%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock2.7%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.71.2%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock30.2%9.3%
 Professional Degree4.2%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock19.6%1.5%
Reviews for Reston    21 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I have lived in Reston for three years and it is absolute paradise. The fact that it was a planned city from decades ago is still apparent to this day. With plenty of  More

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Over 10 years ago

Summers are hot and  More

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There is a vast network of bike and walking trails thoughout the city and neighborhoods. 40% of the city is slated to remain green so there are many trees, parks and  More

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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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