At a glance
Reported students
354
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
22.7
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Minnesota elementary enrollment
45th percentile
Compared with 1,010 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
318.5
Merritt Elementary: 354 reported students.
State peer staffing position
81st percentile
15.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 290
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.3:1
What the reported data says about Merritt Elementary
Merritt Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Mountain Iron. It is one of 2 current school records connected to Mountain Iron-Buhl School District. NCES reports 354 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,010 elementary schools in Minnesota with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 389 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 45th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.6:1, above the Minnesota median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (86.7%) and multiracial (8.2%). Students served under IDEA represent 15.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Merritt Elementary
- 1How do the reported 15.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 22.7 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- Students with disabilities
- 15.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 45.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White86.7%
- Hispanic3.7%
- Black0.3%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Mountain Iron-Buhl School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
View all 2 district schools →Public schools near Merritt Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Iron-Buhl Secondary High · Mountain Iron-Buhl School District | 07–12 | 283 | under 0.1 mi |
| Mountain Iron-Buhl ISD 712 Credit R High · Northland Learning Center | 09–12 | 0 | under 0.1 mi |
| Parkview Elementary Elementary · Rock Ridge Public Schools | PK–02 | 336 | 2.2 mi |
| North Star Elementary Elementary · Rock Ridge Public Schools | 03–06 | 389 | 2.6 mi |
| Laurentian Elementary Elementary · Rock Ridge Public Schools | PK–06 | 488 | 4.5 mi |
| Cherry Elementary Elementary · St. Louis County School District | PK–06 | 297 | 9.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Merritt Elementary
What grades does Merritt Elementary serve?
Merritt Elementary reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Mountain Iron-Buhl School District.
How many students attend Merritt Elementary?
Merritt Elementary reported 354 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 45th percentile among 1,010 Minnesota elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 290 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Merritt Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 15.6:1, based on 354 students and 22.7 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Minnesota median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Merritt Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Merritt Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Mountain Iron-Buhl School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Merritt Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
45.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Merritt Elementary in?
Merritt Elementary is part of Mountain Iron-Buhl School District, based in Mountain Iron, MN, which operates 2 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Merritt Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Mountain Iron-Buhl Secondary (under 0.1 mi), Mountain Iron-Buhl ISD 712 Credit R (under 0.1 mi), Parkview Elementary (2.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.