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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
8.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Merit Academy
Merit Academy is a public school in Woodland Park, CO, part of the Woodland Park School District No. Re-2. The school serves approximately 363 students in grades Kindergarten – 10th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1.
Students demonstrate 47% proficiency in math, 10 points above the state average and 64% in reading/language arts, 19 points above the state average. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,011, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
Merit Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
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
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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. Summit Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Divide). Another option is Manitou Springs Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Manitou Springs). Additionally, Ute Pass Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Chipita Park). 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 | 6.1 |
| Columbine Elementary School Woodland Park | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Woodland Park High School Woodland Park | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Gateway Elementary School Woodland Park | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Ute Pass Elementary School Chipita Park | 6.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Summit Elementary School Divide | 6.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Palmer Lake Elementary School Palmer Lake | 10.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Douglass Valley Elementary School Usaf Academy | 9.9 mi | 7.1 |
| 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 | 8.3 |
| Trailblazer Elementary School Colorado Springs | 11.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Spark Online Academy Colorado Springs | 11.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Chipeta Elementary School Colorado Springs | 11.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Lewis-Palmer High School Monument | 11.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Air Academy High School Usaf Academy | 11.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Manitou Springs Middle School Manitou Springs | 13.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Lewis-Palmer Middle School Monument | 12.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Manitou Springs High School Manitou Springs | 13.1 mi | 7.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Merit Academy has a median household income of $100,011. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $503,400, with a median rent of $1,960/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Five Star Online Academy Thornton, CO | — |
| JeffCo Remote Learning Program Lakewood, CO | — |
| Springs Studio for Academic Excellence Colorado Springs, CO | 2.6 |
| District 6 Online Academy Greeley, CO | 3.7 |
| FACE SCHOOL Westminster, CO | 4.3 |
| FLATIRON'S ACADEMY Westminster, CO | 4.3 |
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 the most recent state assessment data, Merit Academy has 47.2% math proficiency and 64.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,311/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Woodland Park). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (720) 480-0939
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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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