About the School
- Merriday School is a small private school geared to the needs of young children and their families.
- We have an academic based program, with an emphasis on the arts and foriegn language.Merriday is family owned and operated.
- It has been our pleasure to serve our community for over 70 years.
- We are a small school with a large program for small people with large potential.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1934
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Kerri L. Pickard-DePriest
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merriday School?
The application deadline for Merriday School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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