Serving 26 students in grades 10-12, Merrill Adult Diploma Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrill Adult Diploma Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Merrill Adult Diploma Academy's student population of 26 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merrill Adult Diploma Academy is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merrill Adult Diploma Academy?
The graduation rate of Merrill Adult Diploma Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Merrill Adult Diploma Academy?
26 students attend Merrill Adult Diploma Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Merrill Adult Diploma Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merrill Adult Diploma Academy?
Merrill Adult Diploma Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Merrill Adult Diploma Academy offer ?
Merrill Adult Diploma Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Merrill Adult Diploma Academy part of?
Merrill Adult Diploma Academy is part of Merrill Area School District.
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