MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Merrill Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Des Moines Independent Comm School District school district, located in Des Moines, IA with about 743 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Merrill Middle 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.
Merrill Middle School, located in the historic Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines, Iowa, serves as a vital educational hub for students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Des Moines Public Schools district, the institution is known for fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that emphasizes academic rigor, personal growth, and community engagement. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects like mathematics, science, and language arts with a variety of exploratory electives, including arts, music, and physical education, designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents.
Beyond the classroom, Merrill Middle School is highly regarded for its commitment to student well-being and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on a supportive faculty and staff who prioritize building strong relationships with students, helping them navigate the transitional middle school years. With a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities—ranging from athletic programs and competitive clubs to artistic performances—Merrill provides students with numerous opportunities to develop leadership skills, cultivate school spirit, and build lasting friendships within the larger Des Moines community.
For more information, contact Merrill Middle School at (515) 242-8448 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8448
MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Des Moines, IA with about 743 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Iowa
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 743
- Teachers:
- 39.4
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 743 students
- White
- 64.1%
- Black or African American
- 12.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.8%
- Two or more races
- 7.3%
- Asian
- 3.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.4%
- Male
- 52.6%
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.