MERRILL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Merrill Park Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Saginaw School District of the City of school district, located in SAGINAW, MI with about 276 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Merrill Park Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Merrill Park Elementary School is a public school located in Saginaw, Michigan, serving students within the Saginaw Public School District. Situated on Grout Street, the school functions as a foundational educational hub for the local community, emphasizing core academic standards while fostering a supportive learning environment. As part of the broader district, it strives to provide equitable access to education for students in the area, focusing on essential literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development during the critical early years of schooling.

The school is deeply integrated into the Saginaw Public School District's mission to prepare students for future success through a curriculum aligned with state standards. Like many schools in the district, Merrill Park utilizes its website (spsd.net) as a primary communication tool to keep parents and guardians informed about district policies, academic calendars, and school-specific initiatives. By prioritizing community involvement and structured instructional time, Merrill Park Elementary aims to serve as a stable environment where young students can build the necessary academic foundations for middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Merrill Park Elementary School at (989) 399-4800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.