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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

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In East Brunswick

#10 of 12

public schools

New Jersey elementary schools

#798 of 1,496

In district

#9 of 11

East Brunswick Township School District

Equity

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Memorial Elementary School

Memorial Elementary School serves 409 students from kindergarten through fourth grade in East Brunswick, New Jersey. This regular public school maintains an impressive 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio with 40 full-time equivalent teachers, providing students with considerable individual attention during these crucial early learning years. Academically, Memorial Elementary performs well above average, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #488 out of 2,475 schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile.

Students demonstrate solid achievement with 62% reaching proficiency or above in mathematics and 56% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading across the tested grade levels. The school draws from an affluent and highly educated community, with families in the 08816 zip code reporting a median household income of $138,166 and a median home value of $462,600. The neighborhood reflects strong educational values, with 58% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and maintaining a low poverty rate of just 4%.

Memorial Elementary School is situated in East Brunswick's large suburban setting on Innes Road, serving a community of nearly 50,000 residents who have invested significantly in both their children's education and their family-friendly neighborhood.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency56%
Math vs. State Avg+14.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.1 pts
Overall Proficiency59%
Expected (poverty-adj.)50%
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,278

Memorial Elementary School — Students at Memorial Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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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 (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.7%
School
State
46.6%
ELA Proficiency 58.4%
School
State
47.6%

Based on 10 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
61.8%
ELA
55%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Memorial Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
4.4/10
Below average
Environment
7.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers

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. Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hatikvah International Academy Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Warnsdorfer Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably 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 7.7
Parkview School Milltown 1.3 mi 6.6
Central Elementary School East Brunswick 1.1 mi 7.3
East Brunswick High School East Brunswick 1.1 mi 5.7
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 8.1
Hatikvah International Academy Charter School East Brunswick 1.9 mi 7.8
Joyce Kilmer School Milltown 1.7 mi 4.1
Churchill Junior High School East Brunswick 1.9 mi 6.3
Frost Elementary School East Brunswick 1.8 mi 7.0
Lawrence Brook Elementary School East Brunswick 2.0 mi 7.1
Irwin Elementary School East Brunswick 1.6 mi 8.5
South River Primary School South River 1.9 mi 5.2
East Brunswick Magnet School East Brunswick 2.0 mi 6.4
South River Middle School South River 2.1 mi 4.7
South River Elementary School South River 2.1 mi 6.3

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Memorial Elementary School has a median household income of $141,731. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $502,600, with a median rent of $2,079/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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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 is ranked #1351 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Memorial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Memorial Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Memorial Elementary School has 58.7% math proficiency and 58.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

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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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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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