Serving 165 students in grades 9-12, Merritt High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Merritt High School's attendance zone covers the entire Elk City school district, encompassing approximately 250.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merritt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Merritt High School's student population of 165 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merritt High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merritt High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
8%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merritt High School's ranking?
Merritt High School is ranked #625 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Merritt High School often compared to?
Merritt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elk City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merritt High School?
The graduation rate of Merritt High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Merritt High School?
165 students attend Merritt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Merritt High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merritt High School?
Merritt High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Merritt High School offer ?
Merritt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merritt High School part of?
Merritt High School is part of Merritt School District.
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