Serving 216 students in grades 9-12, Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies's student population of 216 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies is 0.21, 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
#3283 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies's ranking?
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies is ranked #3283 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies?
The graduation rate of Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies?
216 students attend Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies?
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies offer ?
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies part of?
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies is part of Stockton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies located?
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies is located in the Park neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 15 other public schools located in Park.
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