Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Memorial Elementary 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Elementary School serves the northeast part of South Amboy, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Memorial Elementary 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 Memorial Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
11%
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
10%
14%
White
43%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 #779 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Park Elementary School, James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Memorial Elementary School?
388 students attend Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Memorial Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Elementary School?
Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher 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 Old Bridge Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Elementary School located?
Memorial Elementary School is located in the Laurence Harbor neighborhood of South Amboy, NJ.
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