Merritt Elementary School serves 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merritt Elementary School's student population of 304 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merritt Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Merritt Elementary School often compared to?
Merritt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moccasin Elementary School, Ballard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Merritt Elementary School?
304 students attend Merritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Merritt Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merritt Elementary School?
Merritt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Merritt Elementary School offer ?
Merritt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merritt Elementary School part of?
Merritt Elementary School is part of Brandywine Community Schools.
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