Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Memorial Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howell Township Memorial Elementary School serves the northwest part of Freehold, NJ, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Work Hard, Be Kind, Go Bulldogs!
School Rankings
Memorial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1228 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
71%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Memorial Elementary School is ranked #1228 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adelphia Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Memorial Elementary School?
414 students attend Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Memorial Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Elementary School?
Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Elementary School part of?
Memorial Elementary School is part of Howell Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Elementary School located?
Memorial Elementary School is located in the West Freehold neighborhood of Freehold, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in West Freehold.
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