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#2304 of 3,778 schools in FL
Based on limited data
Merrill Road Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
8239 MERRILL RD, Jacksonville, FL 32277
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 185 schools in Jacksonville. Learn more
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,304 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#81 of 184
public schools
In district
#89 of 194
DUVAL
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Merrill Road Elementary School
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About Merrill Road Elementary School
Merrill Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Merrill Road Elementary School serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Merrill Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,304 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Merrill Road Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Merrill Road Elementary School Compares
See how Merrill Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8239 MERRILL RD, Jacksonville, FL 32277
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merrill Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE LUCINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARKWOOD WEEKDAY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LONE STAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32277 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,215
Median Home Value
$256,600
Median Rent
$1,297/mo
Population
35,310
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
50.4%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
32.7
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| ARCHER ELEMENTARY Archer, FL | 5.7 |
| AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park, FL | 5.7 |
| BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 5.7 |
| CRESTHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach, FL | 5.7 |
| HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Miami, FL | 5.7 |
| HUNGERFORD ELEMENTARY Eatonville, FL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Merrill Road Elementary School
What grades does Merrill Road Elementary School serve?
Merrill Road Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Merrill Road Elementary School?
Merrill Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merrill Road Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Merrill Road Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Merrill Road Elementary School rank in FL?
Merrill Road Elementary School ranks #2,304 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Merrill Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Merrill Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Merrill Road Elementary School a charter school?
No, Merrill Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Merrill Road Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Merrill Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Merrill Road Elementary School?
62.4% of students at Merrill Road Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (904) 745-4919
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #89 of 194
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