Very Good
#423 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 17% in state
Memorial Middle School
Middle School · Fair Lawn Public School District
12 - 00 FIRST STREET, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#423 of 2,466
In Fair Lawn
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Fair Lawn Public School District
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Memorial Middle School
Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Fair Lawn, NJ, part of Fair Lawn Public School District. Memorial Middle School serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #423 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial Middle School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Memorial Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Memorial Middle School — Students at Memorial Middle School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 47 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How Memorial Middle School Compares
See how Memorial Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12 - 00 FIRST STREET, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Memorial Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Elmwood Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fair Lawn, see our Fair Lawn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School 26 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| School 1 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| John A. Forrest Elementary School Fair Lawn | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Westmoreland Elementary School Fair Lawn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| School 18 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Rosa L. Parks School of Fine and Performing Arts Paterson | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Students Transitioning and Achieving Real Success Paterson | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Paterson STEAM High School Paterson | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Lyncrest Elementary School Fair Lawn | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| School 21 Paterson | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Fair Lawn High School Fair Lawn | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Anna Iandoli Early Learning Center Paterson | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| School 13 Paterson | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| School 10 Paterson | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Middle School Hawthorne | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Sixteenth Avenue School Elmwood Park | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Memorial Middle School Elmwood Park | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Memorial Senior High School Elmwood Park | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,952
Median Home Value
$532,700
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
35,153
College Educated
64.2%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookside School Allendale, NJ | 7.9 |
| Buzz Aldrin Middle School Upper Montclair, NJ | 7.9 |
| Clifton T. Barkalow School Freehold, NJ | 7.9 |
| Collingswood Middle School Collingswood, NJ | 7.9 |
| Manchester Township Middle School Manchester, NJ | 7.9 |
| Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School Cliffwood, NJ | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial Middle School
What grades does Memorial Middle School serve?
Memorial Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial Middle School rank in NJ?
Memorial Middle School ranks #423 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Middle School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Memorial Middle School a charter school?
No, Memorial Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Memorial Middle School a Title I school?
No, Memorial Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial Middle School?
18.3% of students at Memorial Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (201) 794-5470
Resources & Links
District
Fair Lawn Public School District- District Enrollment
- 5,567
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,430
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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