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#1825 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Memorial School
Elementary School · Totowa Public School District
294 TOTOWA ROAD, Totowa, NJ 07512
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,825 of 2,466
In Totowa
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Totowa Public School District
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Memorial School
Elementary School in Totowa · 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 Totowa, NJ, part of Totowa Public School District. Memorial School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,825 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Memorial School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Memorial School — Students at Memorial School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Memorial School Compares
See how Memorial School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
294 TOTOWA ROAD, Totowa, NJ 07512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School 7 (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores notably higher. Another option is School 19 (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beatrice Gilmore School (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Woodland Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Totowa, see our Totowa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ST JAMES OF THE MARCHES Totowa | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| School One Woodland Park | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Park School Totowa | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Beatrice Gilmore School Woodland Park | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Memorial Middle School Woodland Park | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| John P. Holland Charter School Woodland | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| School 27 Paterson | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Charles Olbon School Woodland Park | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Joseph A. Taub School Paterson | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| School 7 Paterson | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| John F. Kennedy High School Paterson | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| School 19 Paterson | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Passaic County Technical Institute Wayne | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PIONEER ACADEMY Wayne | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| International High School Paterson | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Passaic Valley Regional High School Little Falls | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Paterson Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| School 5 Paterson | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,177
Median Home Value
$507,700
Median Rent
$1,703/mo
Population
10,919
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amsterdam Elementary School Hillsborough, NJ | 5.4 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood, NJ | 5.4 |
| Central Elementary School East Hanover, NJ | 5.4 |
| Florence M. Burd Newton, NJ | 5.4 |
| G.H. Carson Elementary School Pennsauken, NJ | 5.4 |
| Greenville Elementary School Howell, NJ | 5.4 |
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 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial School rank in NJ?
Memorial School ranks #1,825 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
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?
19.3% 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
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (973) 956-0010
Resources & Links
District
Totowa Public School District- District Enrollment
- 920
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,858
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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