Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Merton Primary ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Merton Primary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hartland, WI, encompassing approximately 13.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merton Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Merton Primary's student population of 526 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merton Primary ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merton Primary is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merton Primary's ranking?
Merton Primary is ranked #58 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Merton Primary often compared to?
Merton Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Swallow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Merton Primary?
526 students attend Merton Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Merton Primary students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merton Primary?
Merton Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Merton Primary offer ?
Merton Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merton Primary part of?
Merton Primary is part of Merton Community School District.
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