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Memorial Elementary School

Elementary School · East Brunswick Township School District

14 INNES ROAD, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Enrollment

409

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,359 of 2,466

In East Brunswick

#10 of 13

public schools

In district

#8 of 11

East Brunswick Township School District

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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6.2/10

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About Memorial Elementary School

Memorial Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Brunswick, NJ, part of East Brunswick Township School District. Memorial Elementary School serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,359 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Memorial Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,586
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Memorial Elementary School — Students at Memorial Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
61.8%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
59%
ELA
54.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Memorial Elementary School Compares

See how Memorial Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

14 INNES ROAD, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Memorial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frost Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Brunswick, see our East Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BARTHOLOMEW SCHOOL East Brunswick 0.2 mi 5.5
YESHIVAT NETIVOT MONTESSORI East Brunswick 0.3 mi 6.2
MELAMED ACADEMY East Brunswick 1.0 mi 4.3
Warnsdorfer Elementary School East Brunswick 1.1 mi 6.0
Parkview School Milltown 1.3 mi 5.3
Central Elementary School East Brunswick 1.1 mi 6.8
East Brunswick High School East Brunswick 1.1 mi 5.3
UNITARIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Brunswick 1.5 mi
GOOD DAY PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Milltown 1.4 mi
Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School East Brunswick 1.5 mi 6.8
Hatikvah International Academy Charter School East Brunswick 1.9 mi 6.2
Joyce Kilmer School Milltown 1.7 mi 6.5
Churchill Junior High School East Brunswick 1.9 mi 5.9
Frost Elementary School East Brunswick 1.8 mi 9.1
Lawrence Brook Elementary School East Brunswick 2.0 mi 6.7
Irwin Elementary School East Brunswick 1.6 mi 8.6
South River Primary School South River 1.9 mi 5.1
East Brunswick Magnet School East Brunswick 2.0 mi 6.9
South River Middle School South River 2.1 mi 4.5
South River Elementary School South River 2.1 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,731

Median Home Value

$502,600

Median Rent

$2,079/mo

Population

48,965

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Memorial Elementary School

What grades does Memorial Elementary School serve?

Memorial Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Memorial Elementary School?

Memorial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Memorial Elementary School rank in NJ?

Memorial Elementary School ranks #1,359 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Memorial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Memorial Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Memorial Elementary School a charter school?

No, Memorial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Memorial Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Memorial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial Elementary School?

24.0% of students at Memorial Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

East Brunswick Township School District
District Enrollment
8,184
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,586
District Rank
#8 of 11

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