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#589 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 24% in state

Memorial Middle School

Middle School · Little Ferry Public School District

130 LIBERTY ST, Little Ferry, NJ 07643

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#589 of 2,466

In Little Ferry

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Little Ferry Public School District

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Memorial Middle School

7.6/10

Middle School in Little Ferry · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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About Memorial Middle School

Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Little Ferry, NJ, part of Little Ferry Public School District. Memorial Middle School serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #589 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Memorial Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+11.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,557
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Memorial Middle School — Students at Memorial Middle School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 46 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
71%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
45%
2024
Math
26.4%
ELA
50.3%
2025
Math
42.5%
ELA
56.7%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Memorial Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

Location

130 LIBERTY ST, Little Ferry, NJ 07643

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hasbrouck Heights Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Hasbrouck Heights), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bogota Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bogota), a more accessible option. For more schools in Little Ferry, see our Little Ferry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Elementary School Little Ferry 0.1 mi 4.2
Moonachie Campus Lodi 0.4 mi 8.1
Robert L. Craig School Moonachie 0.4 mi 7.7
Jackson Avenue Hackensack 1.2 mi 8.2
Bergen County Technical High School - Teterboro Teterboro 1.1 mi 8.8
Memorial School South Hackensack 1.3 mi 5.8
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 1.3 mi
Grant Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.0 mi 6.1
Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.3 mi 8.5
E. Roy Bixby Bogota 1.7 mi 5.1
Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.6 mi 6.7
Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School Ridgefield Park 1.7 mi 6.5
Lillian M. Steen Bogota 2.2 mi 6.1
Bogota Middle School Bogota 2.1 mi 6.2
Lincoln Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights 1.9 mi 8.6
Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota 2.3 mi 7.2
Fanny Meyer Hillers Hackensack 2.4 mi 8.4
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Hasbrouck Heights 2.0 mi 7.0
Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights 2.1 mi 8.5
Hasbrouck Heights High School Hasbrouck Heights 2.1 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,476

Median Home Value

$388,500

Median Rent

$1,798/mo

Population

10,942

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

43.1%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

44.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Clayton Middle School Clayton, NJ 7.6
Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School West Berlin, NJ 7.6
Kenneth R. Olson Middle School Tabernacle, NJ 7.6
Hazlet Middle School Hazlet, NJ 7.7
Stewartsville Middle School Stewartsville, NJ 7.7
Lakeside School Pompton Lakes, NJ 7.4

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 327 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle 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 Middle School rank in NJ?

Memorial Middle School ranks #589 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% 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?

36.4% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

District

Little Ferry Public School District
District Enrollment
871
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,557
District Rank
#1 of 2

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