Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Merrimac School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrimac School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Merrimac School's student population of 358 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WE ARE SACHEM!
School Rankings
Merrimac School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrimac School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1443 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
67%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrimac School's ranking?
Merrimac School is ranked #1443 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Merrimac School often compared to?
Merrimac Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Pearl Elementary School, Edward J Bosti Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Merrimac School?
358 students attend Merrimac School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Merrimac School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrimac School?
Merrimac School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merrimac School offer ?
Merrimac School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merrimac School part of?
Merrimac School is part of Sachem Central School District.
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