MEMORIAL JUNIOR SCHOOL

Memorial Junior School is a public middle school that is part of the Hanover Township School District school district, located in Whippany, NJ with about 514 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, Memorial Junior School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 Junior School (MJS), located at 61 Highland Avenue in Whippany, New Jersey, serves as the primary middle school for the Hanover Township Public Schools district. Educating students in grades 6 through 8, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive transition between elementary education and high school. The facility is centrally located within the community and serves as a hub for both academic development and extracurricular enrichment, aiming to prepare students for the challenges of the secondary school level.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. Beyond core academics, Memorial Junior School provides a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and arts activities designed to encourage student engagement and personal interests. By cultivating an environment that focuses on character building and scholastic achievement, MJS plays a vital role in the Hanover Township community, striving to instill the foundational skills necessary for students to succeed in their future educational pursuits.

For more information, contact Memorial Junior School at (973) 515-2427 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.