Memorial High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school in West New York, in Hudson County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades. The school is the lone secondary school of the West New York School District, an Abbott district that serves all of West New York.
Serving 2,300 students in grades 9-12, Memorial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Memorial High School's student population of 2,300 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 148 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
148 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
White, Black
School Rankings
Memorial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial High School is 0.08, 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
#1796 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
96%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial High School's ranking?
Memorial High School is ranked #1796 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Memorial High School often compared to?
Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Bergen High School, Union City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Memorial High School is 77%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Memorial High School?
2,300 students attend Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial High School?
Memorial High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial High School offer ?
Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial High School part of?
Memorial High School is part of West New York School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial High School located?
Memorial High School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of West New York, NJ.
School Reviews
2 8/21/2019
Hello, my name is Karla and I am a class of 1994. I recommend this school not only because they a good academic program but the teachers and staff are great. They go out of their ways to help each and every student and I thank them for that. I'm sure there are teachers now who went to school with me, who are making a difference as well. My kids are graduating this year from 8th grade and are going to Memorial and my oldest (22) also graduated from there as well. Thank you MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL!
5 9/6/2013
This is a great school with great teachers. This highschool made me who i am & i'm pretty fantastic. Thanks memorial wish i can go back!
5 11/22/2011
I think this is one of the best schools in county. I highly recomend Memorial High School. I went to this school when I was young. Now I'm 35 and i l live in FL and I would like to go back so my kids can experience the schools in NJ.
5 1/27/2010
Yes I would recomend this school. I attended Memorial high school a few months ago in the 9th grade but then I had to move. The acedemic programs are spectacular and they have everything you could want. Including sports and other extra curricular activities. The student there are very friendly as well. I loved it and yes I would recommend it
5 4/2/2008
I totally recomend this school I am a graduate of Memorial and have to say that I found a family there amongs the teachers and administrative staff. I particularly want to thank the Atletic Director Sal Vega, who many times would see me and talk to me about givint it my all and would share stories about how he overcame adversity while he was brand new in this Country and still found the courage to excell in sports. I am grateful to many many people there. I felt save and now proud to be part of Memorial HS. I graduated in 2002.
5 11/7/2006
Hi my name is Jonathan Arroyave class of 2008, currently serving in the United States Navy, and striving for a degree in nursing, hopefully anybody who reads this passage takes it into consideration. Memorial High School was like a second home to me all the teachers and staff were very respectful the curriculum is amazing. There are some teachers i would like to thank who i know are very passionate of their job such as Both zelenkas.and Ms stegman very motivated into showing their students about science and serving also as role models, They always tried to expand their teaching into field trips and such things like gardening which helped the students to understand the material better, Also Mrs Hessthorn and Mr Alesandro whom i considered to be like my second paretns they were always there for me, they always knew what to say i dont know what i would have done after high school if it wasnt for them. There couldnt a set of great teachers without a fantastic foundation which is what Memorial High School holds I would like to thank all those who helped me believe in myself THANK YOU.
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