Merritt Middle College High (Alternative) serves 103 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 was higher than the California state level of 21:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
103 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
68%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Merritt Middle College High (Alternative)?
103 students attend Merritt Middle College High (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Merritt Middle College High (Alternative) students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merritt Middle College High (Alternative)?
Merritt Middle College High (Alternative) has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merritt Middle College High (Alternative) offer ?
Merritt Middle College High (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Merritt Middle College High (Alternative) part of?
Merritt Middle College High (Alternative) is part of Oakland Unified School District.
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