Needs Improvement
#2389 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Memorial School
Elementary School · Maywood School District
764 GRANT AVE, Maywood, NJ 07607
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,389 of 2,466
In Maywood
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Maywood School District
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Memorial School
Elementary School in Maywood · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Memorial School
Memorial School is a public elementary school in Maywood, NJ, part of Maywood School District. Memorial School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,389 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Memorial School — Students at Memorial School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.4/10.
How Memorial School Compares
See how Memorial School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
764 GRANT AVE, Maywood, NJ 07607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkway Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Paramus), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maywood Campus (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEN PORAT YOSEF (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Paramus), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maywood, see our Maywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maywood Avenue School Maywood | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Maywood Campus Maywood | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SAGE DAY AT ROCHELLE PARK Rochelle Park | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Midland School #1 Rochelle Park | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Paramus High School Paramus | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Nellie K. Parker Hackensack | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| East Brook Middle School Paramus | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Parkway Elementary School Paramus | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Fairmount Hackensack | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PETER ACADEMY River Edge | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| VISITATION ACADEMY Paramus | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| EPIC SCHOOL Paramus Borough | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| YESHIVAT NOAM SCHOOL Paramus | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| RIDGEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Paramus | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Hackensack High School Hackensack | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Cherry Hill School River Edge | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| NURSERY RHYMES PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Saddle Brook | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hackensack Middle School Hackensack | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Bergen County Academies Hackensack | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,306
Median Home Value
$495,700
Median Rent
$1,932/mo
Population
10,042
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Darlene C. McKnight Elementary Trenton, NJ | 3.5 |
| Indiana Avenue Elementary School Iselin, NJ | 3.5 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary School West Berlin, NJ | 3.5 |
| Middlesex County STEM Charter School Perth Amboy, NJ | 3.5 |
| Ollie Culbreth Jr. School Jersey City, NJ | 3.5 |
| Uptown School Complex Atlantic City, NJ | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial School
What grades does Memorial School serve?
Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Memorial School?
Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial School rank in NJ?
Memorial School ranks #2,389 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Memorial School a charter school?
No, Memorial School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Memorial School a Title I school?
No, Memorial School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial School?
14.4% of students at Memorial 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
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (201) 845-9113
Resources & Links
District
Maywood School District- District Enrollment
- 1,010
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,972
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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