Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Merriam School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merriam School's student population of 453 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merriam School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merriam School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
67%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merriam School's ranking?
Merriam School is ranked #442 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Merriam School often compared to?
Merriam Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C.t. Douglas Elementary School, Mccarthy-towne School, Paul P Gates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Merriam School?
453 students attend Merriam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Merriam School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merriam School?
Merriam School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Merriam School offer ?
Merriam School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Merriam School part of?
Merriam School is part of Acton-Boxborough School District.
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