Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merriman Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merriman Park Elementary serves a 1 square mile area in the southern part of Dallas, TX, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is approximately 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merriman Park Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merriman Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merriman Park Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1846 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
16%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
54%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merriman Park Elementary School's ranking?
Merriman Park Elementary School is ranked #1846 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Merriman Park Elementary School often compared to?
Merriman Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moss Haven Elementary School, White Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Merriman Park Elementary School?
446 students attend Merriman Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Merriman Park Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merriman Park Elementary School?
Merriman Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Merriman Park Elementary School offer ?
Merriman Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Merriman Park Elementary School part of?
Merriman Park Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Merriman Park Elementary School located?
Merriman Park Elementary School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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