Merritt Elementary School serves 65 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
100%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Merritt Elementary School?
65 students attend Merritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Merritt Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merritt Elementary School?
Merritt Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 Kindergarten-5
What school district is Merritt Elementary School part of?
Merritt Elementary School is part of Houghton Lake Community Schools School District.
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