About the Data
This guide uses data from Denver Public Schools, the Colorado Department of Education, individual school websites, and Colorado Open Records Act requests. If you find any errors, please let us know. Keep in mind that corrections may be needed on other websites as well.
About the School
Merrill Middle School is a learning community that promotes a culture of excellence through rigorous project-based learning, relevant academics and social-emotional strategies. We have a strong emphasis on agency, student voice and inclusion. We welcome students who embrace being academically challenged, are collaborative and critical thinkers, engage in clubs/athletics and...
Merrill Middle School is a learning community that promotes a culture of excellence through rigorous project-based learning, relevant academics and social-emotional strategies. We have a strong emphasis on agency, student voice and inclusion. We welcome students who embrace being academically challenged, are collaborative and critical thinkers, engage in clubs/athletics and celebrate the rich diversity of our student community.
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 84.5 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 69.3 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 85.1 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 75.5 % |
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 | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 59.4 % | 63.4 % | +4.0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 58.8 % | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | 23.3 % | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 33.1 % | 39.9 % | +6.8 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 74.2 % | 65.7 % | -8.5 % |
| White | 74.3 % | 77.2 % | +2.9 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 26.7 % | 27.9 % | +1.2 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 71.8 % | 79.3 % | +7.5 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 48.4 % | 57.4 % | +9.0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 52.4 % | 58.8 % | +6.4 % |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.6 % | 29.9 % | +10.3 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 71 % | 60 % | -11.0 % |
| White | 64.2 % | 73.5 % | +9.3 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 17.2 % | 23.8 % | +6.6 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 59.6 % | 73.3 % | +13.7 % |
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 70 | 56 | -14.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | 44.5 | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 56 | 54 | -2.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | 55 | NA |
| White | 76 | 58.5 | -17.5 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 78 | 60.5 | -17.5 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 51 | 47.5 | -3.5 |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 53.5 | 62 | +8.5 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | 57 | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | NA | 56.5 | NA |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | 62 | NA |
| White | 61.5 | 66 | +4.5 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 64 | 66 | +2.0 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 37 | 54 | +17.0 |
Academic Offerings
Special Programs Offered
Student Services & Supports
Special Education
Multi-Lingual Learners
Early Childhood
Discipline: % of Total Student Population
| Metric | In School Supensions | Out of School Suspensions | Referrals to Law Enforcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 2.9 % | 10.5 % | 0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Asian | NA | NA | 0 % |
| Black or African American | 0.5 % | 3.2 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1.1 % | 2.3 % | 0 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 0.5 % | 1.6 % | 0 % |
| White | 0.6 % | 2.6 % | 0 % |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 91.9 % |
| Truancy Rate | 2.5 % |