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 (2026)
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial Junior School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
59%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
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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