C+
Average
62/100

Merritt Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 02 🏫 Elementary
Not rated on results. This school did not report state test or graduation results, so this is a small rating based only on class size, funding and school type. It is not a good comparison with schools rated on student results.
📍 1620 LASALLE AVE, Niles, MI 49120
62
Repit Score
out of 100
320
Students
enrolled
15.4:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$12K
Per Student
spending

What Goes Into This Rating

FactorWeightScoreBasis
🏫 Resources only—76/100No test or graduation results were reported. The rating is limited and capped, and is not a fair comparison with schools rated on results.

The overall Repit Score ranks this blend against every rated school in Michigan. Schools are compared within their state because each state sets its own tests and proficiency bar. How we rate schools

School Information

Address 1620 LASALLE AVE
City Niles
ZIP Code 49120
District 2606600
NCES School ID 260660000470
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 49120

Understanding the community around Merritt Elementary School helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $59,450
Per Capita Income $33,915
Poverty Rate 9.7%
Households Earning $100K+ 27.2%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.6%
High School or Higher 91.9%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $151,300
Median Rent $882
Owner-Occupied 78.6%
Renter-Occupied 21.4%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Merritt Elementary School.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 74.4%
Two or More Races 12.2%
Hispanic/Latino 8.1%
Black 3.4%
Asian 0.3%
American Indian 0.9%
Pacific Islander 0.6%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 320
Teachers (FTE) 20.8
Student:Teacher Ratio 15.4:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Merritt Elementary School?
Merritt Elementary School has a Repit School Score of 62 out of 100, earning a grade of C+. No test results were reported for this school, so the score reflects class size, funding and resources only.
How many students attend Merritt Elementary School?
Merritt Elementary School has 320 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.4:1.
What grades does Merritt Elementary School serve?
Merritt Elementary School serves grades Pre-K – 02 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Merritt Elementary School receive per student?
Merritt Elementary School receives $12,388 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is around the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Merritt Elementary School in 49120 ▼
Avg Home Value
$217,121
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,094
1-Year Change
+11.3%
% Renters
21.4%

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About Repit School Scores

Parents choosing a school deserve to see what it actually delivers. Since October 2026 the Repit School Score is built mainly on results:

  • Academics (largest share) — the share of students scoring proficient in reading and math on the state test, ranked against schools of the same level in the same state.
  • Graduation (high schools) — the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate. Only regular diplomas count; GEDs and certificates of attendance do not.
  • Resources (smaller share) — class size, per-pupil funding, school size and type.

Scores compare schools within their own state, because every state writes its own tests and sets its own proficiency bar. Full methodology

Data sources: NCES CCD 2024-25, U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts (test results & graduation) | Last updated: October 2026