Merrill Road Elementary School

8239 Merrill Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32277
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Merrill Road Elementary School serves 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Merrill Road Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence and Learning for All

School Rankings

The diversity score of Merrill Road Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
54%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Merrill Road Elementary School often compared to?
Merrill Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Caroline Elementary School, Lake Lucina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Merrill Road Elementary School?
412 students attend Merrill Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Merrill Road Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrill Road Elementary School?
Merrill Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Merrill Road Elementary School offer ?
Merrill Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merrill Road Elementary School part of?
Merrill Road Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Merrill Road Elementary School located?
Merrill Road Elementary School is located in the Arlington Hills neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Arlington Hills.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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