Serving 290 students in grades 1-5, Merritt Memorial ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merritt Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Merritt Memorial's student population of 290 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merritt Memorial ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merritt Memorial is 0.62, 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
#107 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
10%
Hispanic
7%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merritt Memorial's ranking?
Merritt Memorial is ranked #107 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Merritt Memorial often compared to?
Merritt Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like Edward H. Bryan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Merritt Memorial?
290 students attend Merritt Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Merritt Memorial students are White, 41% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merritt Memorial?
Merritt Memorial has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merritt Memorial offer ?
Merritt Memorial offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Merritt Memorial part of?
Merritt Memorial is part of Cresskill Public School District.
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