Merry Oaks International Academy

www.cmsk12.org/merryoaksES

601 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Merry Oaks International Academy, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a vibrant public elementary school serving students within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. As an "International Academy," the school is distinguished by its focus on global perspectives and cultural diversity, aiming to prepare students to be globally-minded citizens. The school environment is characterized by a commitment to fostering a welcoming community that celebrates the various backgrounds of its student body while maintaining a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal development.

Beyond its core curriculum, Merry Oaks places a high value on building strong relationships between students, families, and the broader community. The school utilizes various programs and initiatives to support English language learners and provide enrichment opportunities that cater to a diverse range of student needs. By integrating international themes into its educational approach, Merry Oaks International Academy strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to think critically about their role in an interconnected world.

601

Total Students

40.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

99.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Merry Oaks International Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	23
Hispanic	420
Black	134
Asian	12
Two or More	11
American Indian	1

Hispanic
420 (69.9%)
Black
134 (22.3%)
White
23 (3.8%)
Asian
12 (2.0%)
Two or More
11 (1.8%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Phone:	(980)343-6422
Website:	http://www.cmsk12.org/merryoaksES
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	601
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	40.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	598
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 31

Kindergarten 83

Grade 1 101

Grade 2 106

Grade 3 112

Grade 4 92

Grade 5 76

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Merry Oaks International Academy
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	31
Kindergarten	83
Grade 1	101
Grade 2	106
Grade 3	112
Grade 4	92
Grade 5	76

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Merry Oaks International Academy
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	284	47.3%
Male	317	52.7%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)