Merit Academy (Closed 2020)

About the School

  • Merit Academy in Indian Trail, NC, is a nonsectarian special education school serving grades 3 through 11 in an urban/large town community.
  • The school enrolls 22 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 4 teaching staff.
  • Merit Academy holds memberships including state or regional independent school associations and organizations for exceptional children.
  • As a co–educational institution, it provides specialized programming for learners requiring tailored educational services in the Indian Trail area.

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-11
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Merit Academy?
The application deadline for Merit Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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