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Veterans Memorial Middle School

Middle School · Brick Township Public School District

105 HENDRICKSON AVENUE, Brick Town, NJ 08724

Enrollment

884

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,231 of 2,466

In Brick Town

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 12

Brick Township Public School District

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Veterans Memorial Middle School

6.4/10

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

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6.7/10

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About Veterans Memorial Middle School

Veterans Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Brick Town, NJ, part of Brick Township Public School District. Veterans Memorial Middle School serves approximately 884 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Veterans Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,231 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Veterans Memorial Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism22.4%

Veterans Memorial Middle School — Students at Veterans Memorial Middle School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (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
73%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
45.7%
ELA
54.8%
2025
Math
46.4%
ELA
58.9%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Veterans Memorial Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

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

105 HENDRICKSON AVENUE, Brick Town, NJ 08724

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Veterans Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Howell Township Middle School South (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Howell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Memorial Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Point Pleasant), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brick Town, see our Brick Town schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Veterans Memorial Elementary School Brick 0.1 mi 6.7
YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM Lakewood 0.3 mi 6.3
Brick Township Memorial High School Brick 1.6 mi 5.1
Midstreams Elementary School Brick Town 1.4 mi 6.4
Lanes Mill Elementary School Brick 1.5 mi 7.0
Herbertsville Early Childhood Development Center Brick 2.0 mi 5.5
Warren H. Wolf Early Childhood Development Center Brick 1.9 mi 6.3
Brick Township High School Brick Town 2.0 mi 4.4
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Brick Center Brick 2.0 mi
Osbornville Elementary School Brick 2.7 mi 6.3
Drum Point Road Elementary School Brick Town 2.9 mi 7.1
Emma Havens Young Elementary School Brick 2.9 mi 6.2
Memorial Middle School Point Pleasant 2.4 mi 6.1
Ramtown Elementary School Howell 2.8 mi 6.4
Point Pleasant Borough High School Point Pleasant 2.5 mi 5.2
OROS BAIS YAKOV Lakewood 2.6 mi 5.6
NEEMAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 2.6 mi 5.6
TIFERES CHAYA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood 2.6 mi 5.0
SHALVA HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood 2.6 mi
Howell Township Middle School South Howell 3.0 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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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J.P. Case Middle School Flemington, NJ 6.4
John A. Carusi Middle School Cherry Hill, NJ 6.4
Middle Township Elementary #4 Cape May Court House, NJ 6.4
Woodrow Wilson Middle School Clifton, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Veterans Memorial Middle School

What grades does Veterans Memorial Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Veterans Memorial Middle School?

Veterans Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 884 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Veterans Memorial Middle School rank in NJ?

Veterans Memorial Middle School ranks #1,231 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Veterans Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Veterans Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Veterans Memorial Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Veterans Memorial Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Veterans Memorial Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Veterans Memorial Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

30.2% of students at Veterans 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
884
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
77
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

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