For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 426 students in Merrill, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in Merrill, OR are Lost River High School and Merrill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Merrill, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Merrill have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Merrill, OR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lost River High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23330 Hwy 50
Merrill, OR 97633
(541) 798-5666
Merrill, OR 97633
(541) 798-5666
Gr: 7-12 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Merrill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
406 W Second St
Merrill, OR 97633
(541) 798-5723
Merrill, OR 97633
(541) 798-5723
Gr: K-6 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Merrill, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Merrill, OR include Lost River High School and Merrill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Merrill?
2 public schools are located in Merrill.
What is the racial composition of students in Merrill?
Merrill public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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