Memorial High vs Merrill Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Memorial High
Beloit · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,305 students
Merrill Elementary
Beloit · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
224 students
| Measure | Memorial High Beloit, Wisconsin | Merrill Elementary Beloit, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #413 of 446 | #956 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #15117 of 16,910 | #43090 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,305 | 224 |
| Enrollment | 1,305 | 224 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.9% | 83.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 24.5% |
| city | Beloit | Beloit |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merrill Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 21.0).
- •Merrill Elementary does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 11%).
- •Memorial High does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Memorial High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.9% vs 83.9%).
- •Merrill Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 14.7).
- •Memorial High is the larger school with 1,305 students compared with 224.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Memorial High better than Merrill Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Merrill Elementary ranks higher (22.8 vs 21.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Memorial High and Merrill Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Beloit and Beloit in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Memorial High: 1,305. Merrill Elementary: 224. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memorial High and Merrill Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Memorial High is 413th of 446 and Merrill Elementary is 956th of 1,069 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).