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Memorial Middle School

Middle School · Point Pleasant Borough School District

808 LAURA HERBERT DR, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742

Enrollment

593

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,443 of 2,466

In Point Pleasant

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Point Pleasant Borough School District

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Memorial Middle School

6.1/10

Middle School in Point Pleasant · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Point Pleasant Borough High School

5.2/10

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5.4/10

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About Memorial Middle School

Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Point Pleasant, NJ, part of Point Pleasant Borough School District. Memorial Middle School serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,443 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Memorial Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+14.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.9 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,952
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Memorial Middle School — Students at Memorial Middle School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 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
82%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
75%
2024
Math
60.9%
ELA
59.8%
2025
Math
55.6%
ELA
64.5%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Memorial Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

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

808 LAURA HERBERT DR, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bay Head Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bay Head), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manasquan Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Manasquan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Point Pleasant Beach High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Point Pleasant Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Point Pleasant, see our Point Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Point Pleasant Borough High School Point Pleasant 0.1 mi 5.2
Ocean Road Elementary School Point Pleasant 0.6 mi 5.4
Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School Point Pleasant 0.9 mi 7.3
Point Pleasant Beach High School Point Pleasant Beach 1.3 mi 7.5
Bay Head Elementary Bay Head 1.4 mi 9.4
ST PETER SCHOOL Point Pleasant Beach 1.5 mi 6.1
Midstreams Elementary School Brick Town 1.6 mi 6.4
G. Harold Antrim Elementary School Point Pleasant Beach 1.8 mi 6.7
Brielle Elementary School Brielle 2.3 mi 6.7
Veterans Memorial Elementary School Brick 2.4 mi 6.7
YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM Lakewood 2.4 mi 6.3
Veterans Memorial Middle School Brick Town 2.4 mi 6.4
HILL AND DALE SCHOOL Manasquan 3.4 mi
Herbertsville Early Childhood Development Center Brick 3.1 mi 5.5
Manasquan High School Manasquan 3.6 mi 6.1
Manasquan Elementary School Manasquan 3.6 mi 8.6
ATLANTIS PREP SCHOOL Manasquan 4.0 mi
Osbornville Elementary School Brick 3.6 mi 6.3
Sea Girt Elementary School Sea Girt 4.0 mi 6.6
Brick Township Memorial High School Brick 3.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,983

Median Home Value

$576,300

Median Rent

$1,879/mo

Population

25,558

College Educated

51.8%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

45.8

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Waldwick Middle School Waldwick, NJ 6.1
Byram Intermediate School Stanhope, NJ 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Memorial Middle School

What grades does Memorial Middle School serve?

Memorial Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Memorial Middle School?

Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School is 9.9:1. 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 #1,443 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% 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?

13.5% 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

Point Pleasant Borough School District
District Enrollment
2,659
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,952
District Rank
#2 of 4

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