Serving 134 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merrimac Community ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Merrimac Community serves the northeast part of its school district in Merrimac, WI, covering approximately 17.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrimac Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Merrimac Community's student population of 134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Merrimac Community ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrimac Community is 0.08, which is less 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
#518 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrimac Community's ranking?
Merrimac Community is ranked #518 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Merrimac Community?
134 students attend Merrimac Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Merrimac Community students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrimac Community?
Merrimac Community has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Merrimac Community offer ?
Merrimac Community offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merrimac Community part of?
Merrimac Community is part of Sauk Prairie School District.
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