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#802 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 45% in state
Merriam School
Elementary School · Acton-Boxborough
11 Charter Road, Acton, MA 01720
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#802 of 1,793
In Acton
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Acton-Boxborough
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Merriam School
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About Merriam School
Merriam School is a public elementary school in Acton, MA, part of Acton-Boxborough. Merriam School serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Merriam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #802 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Merriam School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Merriam School — Students at Merriam School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 86 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Merriam School Compares
See how Merriam School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11 Charter Road, Acton, MA 01720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merriam School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paul P Gates Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Luther Conant School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OAK MEADOW SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Acton, see our Acton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McCarthy-Towne School Acton | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Raymond J Grey Junior High Acton | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Luther Conant School Acton | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Paul P Gates Elementary School Acton | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Carol Huebner Early Childhood Program Acton | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| THE IMAGO SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Maynard | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Green Meadow Maynard | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Fowler School Maynard | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Maynard High Maynard | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Thoreau Concord | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Hale Stow | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Center School Stow | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Concord Middle Concord | 3.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Josiah Haynes Sudbury | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| NASHOBA BROOKS SCHOOL Concord | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,101
Median Home Value
$766,500
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
23,322
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookfield Elementary Brookfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Centerville Elementary Centerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth, MA | 6.5 |
| Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary Randolph, MA | 6.5 |
| Green Meadow Maynard, MA | 6.5 |
| J Harding Armstrong Westborough, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Merriam School
What grades does Merriam School serve?
Merriam School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Merriam School?
Merriam School has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merriam School?
The student-teacher ratio at Merriam School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Merriam School rank in MA?
Merriam School ranks #802 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Merriam School's MySchoolScout rating?
Merriam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Merriam School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Merriam School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Merriam School a charter school?
No, Merriam School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Merriam School a Title I school?
No, Merriam School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (978) 264-3371
Resources & Links
District
Acton-Boxborough- District Enrollment
- 5,099
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,933
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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