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Merritt Memorial

1 Dogwood Lane
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 273 students in grades 1-5, Merritt Memorial ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 273 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 10% in NJ
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Merritt Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Merritt Memorial's student population of 273 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Merritt Memorial ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merritt Memorial is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#160 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
70-74%
38%
75-79%
49%
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
11%
Hispanic
6%
34%
Black
4%
14%
White
52%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merritt Memorial's ranking?
Merritt Memorial is ranked #160 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Merritt Memorial often compared to?
Merritt Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like Edward H. Bryan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Merritt Memorial?
273 students attend Merritt Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Merritt Memorial students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merritt Memorial?
Merritt Memorial has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merritt Memorial offer ?
Merritt Memorial offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merritt Memorial part of?
Merritt Memorial is part of Cresskill 51爆料 District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 273 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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