Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merrill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merrill Elementary serves the southern part of Beloit, WI, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school's edge being about 1.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merrill Elementary School's student population of 224 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Preparing and Inspiring Every Student to Succeed in Life and Contribute to an Ever-Changing World
School Rankings
Merrill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrill Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1810 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
55%
9%
White
12%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrill Elementary School's ranking?
Merrill Elementary School is ranked #1810 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Merrill Elementary School?
224 students attend Merrill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Merrill Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrill Elementary School?
Merrill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Merrill Elementary School offer ?
Merrill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merrill Elementary School part of?
Merrill Elementary School is part of Beloit School District.
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