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#2074 of 3,192 schools in MI
Merrill Elementary School
Elementary School · Merrill Community Schools · Merrill, MI
A Merrill Community Schools elementary school where students score 9 points above what's typical for similar communities.
325 WEST ALICE ST, Merrill, MI 48637
- Math 36% vs MI 37% (2022)
- Reading 46% vs MI 43% (2022)
- 10:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Merrill Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MI average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 14-year record (2009–2022), then recovered 9 points since 2019, reaching 41% in 2022.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 45% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 50% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
69.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Where Merrill Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 34Car-Dependent
- Bike 39Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$63,900
Median home value
$140,000
Median rent
$736/mo
College educated
15.9%
Homeownership
90.9%
Poverty rate
15%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 48637; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kc Ling Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.6 | 1–4 | 5.0 mi | 349 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Merrill Community Schools
- Schools in district
- 3
- Rank in district
- #2 of 3
- District spending per student
- $15,333NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 11.6%Census SAIPE · 2024
Merrill Elementary School is listed in Merrill Community Schools; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Merrill Elementary School
Merrill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Merrill, MI, part of Merrill Community Schools, serving approximately 190 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,074 of 3,192 schools in MI. State assessment records show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Merrill Elementary School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (2)
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Merrill Elementary School
What grades does Merrill Elementary School serve?
Merrill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Merrill Elementary School?
Merrill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merrill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Merrill Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Merrill Elementary School rank in MI?
Merrill Elementary School ranks #2,074 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Merrill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Merrill 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.
What are the test scores at Merrill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Merrill Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Merrill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Merrill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Merrill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Merrill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Merrill Elementary School?
69.5% of students at Merrill 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Saginaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (989) 643-7283
- Area population (ZIP 48637)
- 3,068
- Area average commute
- 32.9 min
- Area median age
- 45.8
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 48637; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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