Serving 200 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 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies's student population of 200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 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 0.15, 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
#7660 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
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 #7660 out of 9,523 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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 86.2%.
How many students attend Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies?
200 students attend Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Edward C. Merlo Institute Of Environmental Studies students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
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 14:1, 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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