Merrill Elementary School serves 310 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merrill Elementary School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merrill Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
26%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
14%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
64%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Merrill Elementary School often compared to?
Merrill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laliberte Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Merrill Elementary School?
310 students attend Merrill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Merrill Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrill Elementary School?
Merrill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Merrill Elementary School offer ?
Merrill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merrill Elementary School part of?
Merrill Elementary School is part of Bridgewater-Raynham School District.
In what neighborhood is Merrill Elementary School located?
Merrill Elementary School is located in the Raynham Center neighborhood of Raynham, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Raynham Center.
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