MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL

MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C school district, located in DENVER, CO with about 567 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 30 teachers, MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in the Cory-Merrill neighborhood of Denver, serves as a prominent public middle school within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic rigor, personal growth, and community engagement. By offering a diverse curriculum, Merrill aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond, focusing on developing critical thinking skills and character education in a dynamic classroom setting.

Beyond its academic focus, MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL is known for cultivating a strong sense of community and school spirit. The institution provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and student clubs, which allow students to explore their interests and build meaningful connections with their peers. With its strategic location on South Monroe Street and a commitment to inclusive education, Merrill remains a central hub for families in the area, striving to provide a well-rounded middle school experience for all its students.

For more information, contact MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL at (720) 424-0600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1551 SOUTH MONROE STREET
DENVER, CO 80210-3015
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MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in DENVER, CO with about 567 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
567
Teachers:
30
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 567 students

White
51.7%
Hispanic/Latino
30.0%
Black or African American
8.1%
Asian
4.9%
Two or more races
4.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%

Female
46.0%
Male
54.0%

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.