Serving 471 students in grades 5-8, Memorial Middle 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 28% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Middle School's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Memorial Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#725 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
9%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
79%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #725 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
471 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Memorial Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Cedar Grove Township School District.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2014
While the teachers and administrators are professional and helpful, the two receptionists in the main office are rude and unprofessional. Common courtesy and manners are lacking with these two women.
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