Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Memorial Junior 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 47% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Junior School's attendance zone covers the entire Whippany school district, encompassing an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Junior School's student population of 419 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Memorial Junior 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 Junior School is 0.61, 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
#872 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Junior School's ranking?
Memorial Junior School is ranked #872 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Memorial Junior School?
419 students attend Memorial Junior School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Memorial Junior School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Junior School?
Memorial Junior School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial Junior School offer ?
Memorial Junior School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Junior School part of?
Memorial Junior School is part of Hanover Township School District.
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