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#1630 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Memorial School
Elementary School · South Hackensack School District
DYER AVENUE Memorial School Dyer Avenue, South Hackensack, NJ 07606
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,630 of 2,466
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Memorial School
Elementary School in South Hackensack · grades Pre-K – 8th. 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 South Hackensack, NJ, part of South Hackensack School District. Memorial School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,630 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Memorial School — Students at Memorial School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 50 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Memorial School Compares
See how Memorial 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
DYER AVENUE Memorial School Dyer Avenue, South Hackensack, NJ 07606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Teaneck Community Charter school (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hasbrouck Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Hackensack, see our South Hackensack schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Avenue Hackensack | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack | 0.4 mi | — |
| Bergen County Technical High School - Teterboro Teterboro | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Memorial Middle School Little Ferry | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lillian M. Steen Bogota | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Fanny Meyer Hillers Hackensack | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Washington Elementary School Little Ferry | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| E. Roy Bixby Bogota | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Hackensack High School Hackensack | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Moonachie Campus Lodi | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Robert L. Craig School Moonachie | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Bogota Middle School Bogota | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Hackensack Middle School Hackensack | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Hasbrouck Heights High School Hasbrouck Heights | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Teaneck Community Charter school Teaneck | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,750
Median Home Value
$514,700
Median Rent
$1,906/mo
Population
2,771
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial School
What grades does Memorial School serve?
Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Memorial School?
Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial School is 10.4:1. 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 #1,630 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% 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?
38.2% 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (201) 440-2782
Resources & Links
District
South Hackensack School District- District Enrollment
- 265
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,630
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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