Merit Academy

2392 North Rodeo Gulch Road, Soquel, CA, 95073 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

At Merit Academy, there is one student per class. Teachers teach directly to that one student, so there’s no way to slip through the cracks. The classes move at a level appropriate for each student. You won’t have to wonder whether your child is participating in class discussions or whether the teacher is engaging your child; these concerns are nonexistent at Merit. Merit's teachers and director keep close tabs on each student’s progress. Teachers report directly to Merit’s Director about each student’s work. The director meets with each student once per week to ensure that the student is making good progress, enjoying their classes, and using their time wisely. If a student looks like they might fall behind, they are able to receive extra tutoring. No one gets lost in the shuffle at Merit. At the same time, we employ rigorous standards to fully prepare students to be successful at even the most selective universities. Our dedicated teachers, who are experts in their fields, offer exciting lectures and individualized support. Students not only take a full load of accelerated classes, but they also get experience with life outside the classroom—holding internships, working on special projects, and performing community service. As students approach college, they receive guidance with the admissions process. Although the workload might seem heavy for some students, we offer the support they need to get it done. ...

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School Overview:

 
Merit Academy
School Type Alternative School
School Membership(s) Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Programs for Learning Differences Yes
Learning Differences Supported All
Year Founded 1994
County Santa Cruz County, CA
Student Body
Total Students 24 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(CA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 50% 37%
Students by Grade
Grade 9 - 6 students
Grade 10 - 6 students
Grade 11 - 6 students
Grade 12 - 6 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 24 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 20%
Average Class Size 1
Advanced Courses
SPA 910-930 HonorsSPA 1210-1230 Honors
SPA 1110-1130 HonorsSPA 1010-1030 Honors
SCI 910-930 HonorsSCI 1210-1230 Honors
SCI 1110-1130 HonorsSCI 1010-1030 Honors
MATH 910-930 HonorsMATH 1210-1230 Honors
MATH 1110-1130 HonorsMATH 1010-1030 Honors
LIT 910-930 HonorsLIT 1210-1230 Honors
LIT 1110-1130 HonorsLIT 1010-1030 Honors
HIS 910-930 HonorsHIS 1210-1230 Honors
HIS 1110-1130 HonorsHIS 1010-1030 Honors
ENG 910-930 HonorsENG 1210-1230 Honors
ENG 1110-1130 HonorsENG 1010-1030 Honors
Average SAT score 2250
Average ACT score 30
Classroom dress code Casual
This School
(CA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:5 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $39,000
Tuition Notes Students can enroll in one to six courses per trimester. $39,000 is based on full enrollment and educational/college advisory.
Head of School Susan Tatsui-D'Arcy
Admissions Director Susan Tatsui-D'Arcy
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations 2
 
Extracurriculars
Travel Abroad with English, History and Literature ClassesprojectMerit

School Notes:

  • Academic requirements for High School Graduation with Honors:
    • 4 years of English Grammar (36 essays and articles per year)
    • 4 years of World Literature (36 books per year)
    • 4 years of Mathematics (including calculus)
    • 4 years of Science (with labs)
    • 4 years of History/Economics/Civics/Psychology/World Religions (3 comprehensive research papers per year)
    • 4 years of Foreign Language
    • 4 years of Contract Physical Education
    • 2 years of Fine Arts or Electives
    • 12 Professional Internships
    • 1 College-prep Project (Minimum 2 years)
  • Academic requirements for High School Graduation:
    • 4 years of English Grammar (18 essays and articles per year)
    • 2 years of Literature (18 books per year)
    • 4 years of Mathematics
    • 4 years of Science
    • 3 years of History/Economics/Civics (2 research papers per year)
    • 4 years of Foreign Language
    • 4 years of Contract Physical Education
    • 2 years of Fine Arts or Electives
    • 3 Professional Internships
    • 1 Community Service Project (Minimum 1 month)
  • Profile last updated: 12/04/2008

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (95073)
School Zip (95073)
(CA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 9,807 people 33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 45% 32%
Population Average Age 40 years old 33 years old
Average Household size 2.6 persons 2.8 persons
Median Household Income $57,034 $51,306
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5 rooms 4.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 36 years old 41 years old
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Zipcode (95073)


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% Owning / % Renting 73% / 27% 55% / 45%

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