Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Merritt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merritt Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Mountain Iron, MN, covering approximately 139.1 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 16.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merritt Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
To Inspire Learning, Creating Opportunities, and Building Community
School Rankings
Merritt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merritt Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#479 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merritt Elementary School's ranking?
Merritt Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Merritt Elementary School often compared to?
Merritt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Merritt Elementary School?
354 students attend Merritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Merritt Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merritt Elementary School?
Merritt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Merritt Elementary School offer ?
Merritt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merritt Elementary School part of?
Merritt Elementary School is part of Mountain Iron-Buhl School District.
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