Merriam Avenue Elementary School
Grades: PK-4
Students: 458
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 11:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 467:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
81 Merriam Avenue
Newton, NJ 07860
Newton, NJ 07860
(973) 383-7202
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
3/10
3/10
NA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness1/10
Community Reviews
Staff is friendly, but there is a breakdown in communication between parents, teachers, and office. This school is great for diversity and teaching tolerance. Unfortunately, it's an under performing school in academics. More professionalism needed including saftey guards reinforced, in regards to st
Posted by a parent on 4/29/2026My son has had a phenomenal experience at Merriam Ave. The teachers are excellent and really care about their students and there are a number of extra activities for them to get involved in that provide a well rounded school experience.
Posted by a parent on 10/3/2016Excellent school district as a whole! I could task for anything better! The district sets an example of high quality
Posted by a parent on 8/25/2015I love Merriam Avenue School, the teachers have been wonderful and the technology is great. The teachers, librarian, music, spanish and other special items offered are also top notch. The one item lacking is the parent involvement, you see the same parents helping and doing at all the events.
Posted by a parent on 6/6/2014My child is given the attention she needs and is well motivated to do her work which I feel is because of the teachers willingness to deal with every child individually.
Posted by a parent on 1/7/2011Nearby Schools
Browse other schools near Merriam Avenue Elementary SchoolNewton schools - Merriam Avenue Elementary School is located at 81 Merriam Avenue, Newton NJ 07860. Merriam Avenue Elementary School is in the Newton Public School District. Merriam Avenue Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK-4.
