Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Merriam School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merriam School's student population of 404 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Merriam School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merriam School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
65%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merriam School's ranking?
Merriam School is ranked #429 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Merriam School often compared to?
Merriam Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C.t. Douglas Elementary School, Mccarthy-towne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Merriam School?
404 students attend Merriam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Merriam School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merriam School?
Merriam School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Merriam School offer ?
Merriam School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merriam School part of?
Merriam School is part of Acton-Boxborough School District.
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