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Top 43% in state

Veterans Memorial Elementary School

Elementary School · Brick Township Public School District

103 HENDRICKSON AVENUE, Brick, NJ 08724

Enrollment

578

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,059 of 2,466

In Brick

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 12

Brick Township Public School District

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Veterans Memorial Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Brick · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Veterans Memorial Middle School

6.4/10

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6.3/10

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About Veterans Memorial Elementary School

Veterans Memorial Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brick, NJ, part of Brick Township Public School District. Veterans Memorial Elementary School serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Veterans Memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,059 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Veterans Memorial Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Veterans Memorial Elementary School — Students at Veterans Memorial Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
76%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
35.8%
ELA
37.7%
2025
Math
40.6%
ELA
41.9%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Veterans Memorial Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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

103 HENDRICKSON AVENUE, Brick, NJ 08724

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Veterans Memorial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Drum Point Road Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Brick Town), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lanes Mill Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Midstreams Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Brick Town), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brick, see our Brick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Veterans Memorial Middle School Brick Town 0.1 mi 6.4
YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM Lakewood 0.3 mi 6.3
Midstreams Elementary School Brick Town 1.4 mi 6.4
Brick Township Memorial High School Brick 1.5 mi 5.1
Lanes Mill Elementary School Brick 1.5 mi 7.0
Herbertsville Early Childhood Development Center Brick 1.9 mi 5.5
Warren H. Wolf Early Childhood Development Center Brick 2.0 mi 6.3
Brick Township High School Brick Town 2.1 mi 4.4
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Brick Center Brick 2.1 mi
Osbornville Elementary School Brick 2.8 mi 6.3
Memorial Middle School Point Pleasant 2.4 mi 6.1
Drum Point Road Elementary School Brick Town 3.0 mi 7.1
Emma Havens Young Elementary School Brick 3.0 mi 6.2
Point Pleasant Borough High School Point Pleasant 2.4 mi 5.2
Ramtown Elementary School Howell 2.9 mi 6.4
TIFERES CHAYA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood 2.7 mi 5.0
OROS BAIS YAKOV Lakewood 2.7 mi 5.6
NEEMAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 2.7 mi 5.6
SHALVA HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood 2.7 mi
Howell Township Middle School South Howell 3.1 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,771

Median Home Value

$364,700

Median Rent

$1,767/mo

Population

41,573

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Veterans Memorial Elementary School

What grades does Veterans Memorial Elementary School serve?

Veterans Memorial Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School?

Veterans Memorial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Veterans Memorial Elementary School rank in NJ?

Veterans Memorial Elementary School ranks #1,059 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Veterans Memorial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Veterans Memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Veterans Memorial Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Veterans Memorial Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Veterans Memorial Elementary School a charter school?

No, Veterans Memorial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Veterans Memorial Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Veterans Memorial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Veterans Memorial Elementary School?

46.4% of students at Veterans Memorial Elementary 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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