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Merit Academy
School · Woodland Park School District No. Re-2
600 E KELLEY'S LANE, Woodland Park, CO 80863
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Merit Academy
Merit Academy is a public school in Woodland Park, CO, part of Woodland Park School District No. Re-2. Merit Academy serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Structured state assessment records for Merit Academy show 47% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
Merit Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 363 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Address
- 600 E KELLEY'S LANE, Woodland Park, CO 80863
- Phone
- (720) 480-0939
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
How Merit Academy Compares
See how Merit Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 E KELLEY'S LANE, Woodland Park, CO 80863
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merit Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Chipeta Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs). Another option is Manitou Springs High School (rated 8.8/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Manitou Springs). Additionally, Woodmen-Roberts Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs). For more schools in Woodland Park, see our Woodland Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park Middle School Woodland Park | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Columbine Elementary School Woodland Park | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodland Park High School Woodland Park | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Gateway Elementary School Woodland Park | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Ute Pass Elementary School Chipita Park | 6.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Summit Elementary School Divide | 6.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Palmer Lake Elementary School Palmer Lake | 10.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Douglass Valley Elementary School Usaf Academy | 9.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodmen-Roberts Elementary School Colorado Springs | 10.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monument | 11.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Education reEnvisioned School Monument | 11.4 mi | — |
| Manitou Springs Elementary School Manitou Springs | 12.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Trailblazer Elementary School Colorado Springs | 11.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Spark Online Academy Colorado Springs | 11.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Chipeta Elementary School Colorado Springs | 11.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Lewis-Palmer High School Monument | 11.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Air Academy High School Usaf Academy | 11.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Manitou Springs Middle School Manitou Springs | 13.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Lewis-Palmer Middle School Monument | 12.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Manitou Springs High School Manitou Springs | 13.1 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80863 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,011
Median Home Value
$503,400
Median Rent
$1,960/mo
Population
12,823
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
45.7
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|---|---|
| Five Star Online Academy Thornton, CO | — |
| JeffCo Remote Learning Program Lakewood, CO | — |
| District 6 Online Academy Greeley, CO | 3.6 |
| FACE SCHOOL Westminster, CO | 4.3 |
| FLATIRON'S ACADEMY Westminster, CO | 4.4 |
| THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Colorado Springs, CO | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Merit Academy
What grades does Merit Academy serve?
Merit Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Merit Academy?
Merit Academy has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merit Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Merit Academy is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Merit Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Merit Academy has 47% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS).
Is Merit Academy a charter school?
Yes, Merit Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Merit Academy a Title I school?
No, Merit Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Merit Academy?
26.4% of students at Merit Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Teller County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (720) 480-0939
Resources & Links
District
Woodland Park School District No. Re-2- District Enrollment
- 1,903
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,214
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