Merrill School serves 194 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Merrill School?
194 students attend Merrill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Merrill School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merrill School?
Merrill School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Merrill School offer ?
Merrill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Merrill School part of?
Merrill School is part of Flint School District Of The City Of.
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