Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Memorial 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: 50%
- Reading Proficiency: 45%
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Campus's attendance zone serves the entire school district of Lyndhurst, NJ, covering approximately 5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial School's student population of 94 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Memorial 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
45%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
44%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Memorial School?
94 students attend Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Memorial School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial School?
Memorial School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial School offer ?
Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Memorial School part of?
Memorial School is part of Lyndhurst Public School District.
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