Merrill, located in southwest Denver, continues to reflect the high academic standards that distinguish its 47-year history. Our students represent an ethnic and cultural diversity unmatched in our district. Our lobby proudly displays the native flags of ELA students from around the world. Identified gifted and talented students' needs are addressed by enrichment courses at all grade levels, and special education students receive support, largely in mainstream classes.
Every student receives reading instruction or enrichment.
Our teachers and staff make a choice to work with students this age and to meet the challenges of adolescent development with vivid, engaging lessons and a wholesome learning environment. Totals show the percentage of students in each grade, by subject, who were rated proficient or advanced. The ranks indicate your school's total score compared to 24 other middle schools. The change score reflects the increase or decrease in the results over the years shown. The rank compares your school's rate of growth to all 24 middle schools.