Serving 361 students in grades 5-8, Merton Intermediate ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merton Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Merton Intermediate's student population of 361 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merton Intermediate ranks within the top 10% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merton Intermediate is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 1984 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merton Intermediate's ranking?
Merton Intermediate is ranked #142 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Merton Intermediate often compared to?
Merton Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Merton Intermediate?
361 students attend Merton Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Merton Intermediate students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merton Intermediate?
Merton Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Merton Intermediate offer ?
Merton Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Merton Intermediate part of?
Merton Intermediate is part of Merton Community School District.
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