Merit Academy serves 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50% in CO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merit Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Merit Academy's student population of 452 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merit Academy is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
White
84%
49%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Merit Academy?
452 students attend Merit Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Merit Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merit Academy?
Merit Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Merit Academy offer ?
Merit Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Merit Academy part of?
Merit Academy is part of Woodland Park School District No. Re-2.
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