Overview

Merkel Elementary School is a public school in Merkel, TX, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is the only elementary school in Merkel Independent School District.
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School Rating

Merkel Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Texas with the same grade levels.
7/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1602 South 5th Street
Merkel, TX 79536
School leader: Mr Daniel Kotara
(325) 928-4795
(325) 928-3174
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Nearby Schools

  • NA
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    Private; PK
    0 (0 Reviews)
  • 5 /10
    Merkel Middle
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    Public district; 6-8
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  • NA
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  • 4 /10
    Merkel High School
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    Public district; 9-12
    1.0 (2 Reviews)
  • NA
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  • 4 /10
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  • NA
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  • 6 /10
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  • 6 /10
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  • 6 /10
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  • 6 /10
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  • 5 /10
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  • 5 /10
    Merkel Middle
    0.2 miles
    Public district; 6-8
    0 (0 Reviews)
  • 4 /10
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    13.33 miles
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    2.2 (11 Reviews)
  • 4 /10
    Merkel High School
    0.3 miles
    Public district; 9-12
    1.0 (2 Reviews)
  • 4 /10
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    6.82 miles
    Public district; PK, K-12
    3.0 (2 Reviews)