Merritt Ec Middle School serves 195 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
100%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Merritt Ec Middle School?
195 students attend Merritt Ec Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Merritt Ec Middle School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merritt Ec Middle School?
Merritt Ec Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merritt Ec Middle School offer ?
Merritt Ec Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Merritt Ec Middle School part of?
Merritt Ec Middle School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools.
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