Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Crest Memorial 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Crest Memorial School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Wildwood, NJ, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crest Memorial School's student population of 194 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crest Memorial School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crest Memorial School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1033 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crest Memorial School's ranking?
Crest Memorial School is ranked #1033 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Crest Memorial School often compared to?
Crest Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret Mace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Crest Memorial School?
194 students attend Crest Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Crest Memorial School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crest Memorial School?
Crest Memorial School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Crest Memorial School offer ?
Crest Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crest Memorial School part of?
Crest Memorial School is part of Wildwood Crest Borough School District.
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5 10/10/2025
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