Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West End Memorial Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West End Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West End Memorial Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West End Memorial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West End Memorial Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1896 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
39%
35%
Black
29%
14%
White
22%
37%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West End Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
West End Memorial Elementary School is ranked #1896 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West End Memorial Elementary School?
469 students attend West End Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of West End Memorial Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West End Memorial Elementary School?
West End Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West End Memorial Elementary School offer ?
West End Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West End Memorial Elementary School part of?
West End Memorial Elementary School is part of Woodbury City Public School District.
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