Serving 282 students in grades 1-5, Merritt Memorial ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merritt Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Merritt Memorial's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merritt Memorial ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merritt Memorial 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
#160 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
55%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merritt Memorial's ranking?
Merritt Memorial is ranked #160 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Merritt Memorial often compared to?
Merritt Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like Edward H. Bryan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Merritt Memorial?
282 students attend Merritt Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Merritt Memorial students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merritt Memorial?
Merritt Memorial has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merritt Memorial offer ?
Merritt Memorial offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merritt Memorial part of?
Merritt Memorial is part of Cresskill Public School District.
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