Serving 91 students in grades 9-12, Link Learning Merrill ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Link Learning Merrill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Link Learning Merrill's student population of 91 students has grown by 506% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
91 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Link Learning Merrill ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Link Learning Merrill is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Link Learning Merrill's ranking?
Link Learning Merrill is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Link Learning Merrill?
The graduation rate of Link Learning Merrill is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Link Learning Merrill?
91 students attend Link Learning Merrill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Link Learning Merrill students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Link Learning Merrill offer ?
Link Learning Merrill offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Link Learning Merrill part of?
Link Learning Merrill is part of Berrien Springs Public Schools School District.
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