Memorial Middle School

500 Ridge Road
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 422 students in grades 5-8, Memorial Middle 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% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 422 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50% in NJ
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Memorial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Memorial Middle School's student population of 422 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Memorial Middle 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 Middle School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#791 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
45%
38%
61%
49%
16%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
74%
38%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #791 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Memorial Middle School often compared to?
Memorial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Grove High School, South End Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
422 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Memorial Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Cedar Grove Township School District.

School Reviews

5   5/24/2014
While the teachers and administrators are professional and helpful, the two receptionists in the main office are rude and unprofessional. Common courtesy and manners are lacking with these two women.
- Posted by Parent - mt26n

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 422 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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