MEMORIAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Memorial Senior High School is a public high school that is part of the Elmwood Park School District school district, located in ELMWOOD PARK, NJ with about 735 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, Memorial Senior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Memorial Senior High School, located on River Drive in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the borough’s students. As part of the Elmwood Park School District, the school is dedicated to preparing students for post-secondary success by offering a curriculum that balances core academic requirements with a variety of elective opportunities, extracurricular clubs, and athletic programs. The school is known for its role as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a supportive environment that encourages student engagement and school spirit.

Beyond its academic offerings, Memorial Senior High School focuses on fostering a well-rounded student body through diverse co-curricular activities, including music, arts, and competitive sports teams. The school administration and faculty work to maintain a personalized learning atmosphere, utilizing its mid-sized campus to facilitate communication between staff and students. By integrating technology into the classroom and promoting community involvement, the school aims to equip graduates with the skills and character necessary to navigate the challenges of higher education and the professional workforce.

For more information, contact Memorial Senior High School at (201) 796-8700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

375 RIVER DR
ELMWOOD PARK, NJ 07407-1622
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MEMORIAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in ELMWOOD PARK, NJ with about 735 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
735
Teachers:
48.85
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 735 students

Hispanic/Latino
40.3%
White
37.7%
Black or African American
11.4%
Asian
10.5%
Two or more races
0.1%

Female
49.3%
Male
50.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.