School Overview
Merced Scholars Charter (MSC) is a specialized public charter school located in Merced, California, operating under the umbrella of the Merced County Office of Education (MCOE). The school is designed to offer a personalized and flexible educational experience that deviates from the traditional classroom model. By utilizing a "blended learning" approach, MSC serves students who may need more autonomy in their studies, including those seeking accelerated academic paths, students balancing extracurricular commitments, or those who simply thrive in a non-traditional, independent study environment.

The school is highly regarded for its emphasis on individualized instruction and student-centered support. Faculty work closely with students and their families to develop customized learning plans that meet state standards while accommodating specific personal goals or unique pacing requirements. Located on Wardrobe Avenue, the school provides a bridge between rigorous academic preparation and the flexibility necessary for diverse learners to succeed, ensuring that all students remain on track for high school graduation and future college or career readiness.
281
Total Students
18.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Merced Scholars Charter
Demographic Student Count
White49
Hispanic203
Black12
Asian7
Two or More7
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    203 (72.2 %)
  • White
    49 (17.4 %)
  • Black
    12 (4.3 %)
  • Asian
    7 (2.5 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (2.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Merced County Office of Education
Phone: (209)381-5165
Website: http://mercedscholars.mcoe.org
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 281
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.4
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 237
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 30
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 32
Grade 1 11
Grade 2 12
Grade 3 2
Grade 4 13
Grade 5 15
Grade 6 15
Grade 7 20
Grade 8 29
Grade 9 33
Grade 10 30
Grade 11 33
Grade 12 36

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Merced Scholars Charter
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten32
Grade 111
Grade 212
Grade 32
Grade 413
Grade 515
Grade 615
Grade 720
Grade 829
Grade 933
Grade 1030
Grade 1133
Grade 1236
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Merced Scholars Charter
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14953%
Male13247%