Merritt Elementary School serves 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merritt Elementary School's student population of 320 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merritt Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 schools are Merritt Elementary School often compared to?
Merritt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballard Elementary School, Moccasin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Merritt Elementary School?
320 students attend Merritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Merritt Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merritt Elementary School?
Merritt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Merritt Elementary School offer ?
Merritt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merritt Elementary School part of?
Merritt Elementary School is part of Brandywine Community Schools School District.
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