Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merrill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Merrill Elementary School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merrill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrill Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1440 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrill Elementary School's ranking?
Merrill Elementary School is ranked #1440 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Merrill Elementary School?
210 students attend Merrill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Merrill Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merrill Elementary School?
Merrill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Merrill Elementary School offer ?
Merrill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Merrill Elementary School part of?
Merrill Elementary School is part of Merrill Community Schools School District.
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