Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merrill Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrill Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Merrill Park Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merrill Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrill Park Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2764 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
48%
18%
White
20%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Saginaw School District Of The City Of
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrill Park Elementary School's ranking?
Merrill Park Elementary School is ranked #2764 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Merrill Park Elementary School often compared to?
Merrill Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Merrill Park Elementary School?
267 students attend Merrill Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Merrill Park Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrill Park Elementary School?
Merrill Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Merrill Park Elementary School offer ?
Merrill Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merrill Park Elementary School part of?
Merrill Park Elementary School is part of Saginaw School District Of The City Of.
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