MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL

MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the BREVARD school district, located in MERRITT ISLAND, FL with about 1,569 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 79 teachers, MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL, located at 100 Mustang Way in Merritt Island, Florida, is a public secondary school serving the Brevard County Public Schools district. Known as the home of the "Mustangs," the school maintains a strong presence in the local community and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness. In addition to its core educational programs, the school is well-regarded for its diverse extracurricular offerings, including competitive athletic teams, performing arts programs, and various student-led clubs that encourage campus engagement.

The school places a significant emphasis on fostering a supportive environment that promotes both academic achievement and personal growth. By integrating modern instructional practices with a tradition of school spirit, MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL strives to equip its student body with the critical thinking skills and social responsibility necessary to succeed in a changing global landscape. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding the school's specific academic calendars, faculty contact information, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an official web presence at http://www.merritt.hs.brevard.k12.fl.us.

For more information, contact MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL at (321) 454-1000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

100 MUSTANG WAY
MERRITT ISLAND, FL 32953-3150
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MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MERRITT ISLAND, FL with about 1,569 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
BREVARD
Total Students:
1,569
Teachers:
79
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,569 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.

White
72.5%
Hispanic/Latino
12.6%
Two or more races
6.6%
Black or African American
5.8%
Asian
2.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.