About the Data
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6-8
Grades Served
604
Total Enrollment
19:1
Teacher-to-Student Ratio
8:50am-3:50pm
Monday - Friday
Not Required
Uniforms
District Transportation Available
Transportation
About the School
At Merrill Middle School, we put individuals first by cultivating a safe and inclusive environment by intentionally supporting the whole person through equity, social emotional learning, academics, and joy to achieve success now and in the future.
Student Demographics
Asian
3.9%
Black or African American
7.5%
Hispanic or Latino
24.4%
White
56.8%
Other
7.4%
Teacher Demographics
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
0%
Black or African American
5.6%
Hispanic or Latino
8.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
Two or More Races
0%
White
83.3%
Unknown or Withheld
2.8%
Student Special Populations
Economically Disadvantaged
37.2%
English Learners
19.1%
Special Education
11.1%
8.95
Average Years of Experience for Teachers
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 88.6 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 42.2 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 58.4 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 73.6 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 66.1 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 91.1 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 94.5 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 63.4 % | 63.8 % | +0.4 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | 55 % | NA |
| Black or African American | 23.3 % | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39.9 % | 40.4 % | +0.5 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 65.7 % | 75.8 % | +10.1 % |
| White | 77.2 % | 76 % | -1.2 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 27.9 % | 30.5 % | +2.6 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 79.3 % | 82.3 % | +3.0 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 57.4 % | 60.6 % | +3.2 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 58.8 % | 60 % | +1.2 % |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 29.9 % | 35.9 % | +6.0 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 60 % | 63.9 % | +3.9 % |
| White | 73.5 % | 73.7 % | +0.2 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 23.8 % | 31.2 % | +7.4 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 73.3 % | 76.7 % | +3.4 % |
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 56 | 61 | +5.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 44.5 | 65 | +20.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 54 | 58 | +4.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 55 | 60 | +5.0 |
| White | 58.5 | 61 | +2.5 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 60.5 | 64 | +3.5 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 47.5 | 57 | +9.5 |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 62 | 64 | +2.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 57 | 71 | +14.0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 56.5 | 60 | +3.5 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 62 | 46 | -16.0 |
| White | 66 | 65 | -1.0 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 66 | 65 | -1.0 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 54 | 61.5 | +7.5 |
Performance Plan
Preliminary State Performance Rating
Academic Offerings
Adapted Physical Education
Blended Learning
Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture
Comprehensive Health
Digital Media Arts
Drama
Gifted and Talented Supports
Honors Courses
Project-Based Learning
Spanish
STEM
Visual Arts
Special Programs Offered
Acting
AVID
Band
Baseball (Boys)
Basketball (Boys)
Basketball (Girls)
Cross Country (Boys)
Cross Country (Girls)
Dance Styles and Genres
Flag Football (Co-ed)
Football (Boys)
Physical Education (PE)
Soccer (Boys)
Soccer (Girls)
Softball (Girls)
String Orchestra
Student Leadership
Volleyball (Boys)
Volleyball (Girls)
Student Services & Supports
Breakfast
Lunch
After-School Programs
Special Education
Multi-Intensive Severe Center-Based Program (MI-S)
Multi-Lingual Learners
ESL (English as a Second Language)
Newcomer Center
Early Childhood
Not Available
Discipline: % of Total Student Population
| Metric | In School Supensions | Out of School Suspensions | Referrals to Law Enforcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 7.1 % | 8.4 % | 0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 0 % | 5 % | 0 % |
| Black or African American | 18.8 % | 21.9 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5.5 % | 7.4 % | 0 % |
| Two or More Races | 12.2 % | 9.8 % | 0 % |
| White | 6.6 % | 7.8 % | 0 % |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 92.6 % |
| Truancy Rate | 2.6 % |