Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salome H. Long Memorial School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salome H. Long Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Salome H. Long Memorial School's student population of 309 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Salome H. Long Memorial School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salome H. Long Memorial School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1088 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
25%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
63%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
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 Salome H. Long Memorial School's ranking?
Salome H. Long Memorial School is ranked #1088 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Salome H. Long Memorial School often compared to?
Salome H. Long Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helen I. Smith School, Franklin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Salome H. Long Memorial School?
309 students attend Salome H. Long Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Salome H. Long Memorial School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salome H. Long Memorial School?
Salome H. Long Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salome H. Long Memorial School offer ?
Salome H. Long Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salome H. Long Memorial School part of?
Salome H. Long Memorial School is part of Saddle Brook School District.
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