Merrillville High School

2,115 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Merrillville High School, located at 276 E 68th Pl in Merrillville, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Merrillville Community School Corporation. As a large, comprehensive public high school, it offers a wide array of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and a robust career and technical education (CTE) curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its diverse student body and a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages academic achievement and personal growth.

Beyond academics, Merrillville High School is highly active in extracurricular engagement, boasting a competitive athletic department—known as the Pirates—along with a variety of clubs, performing arts programs, and student organizations. The campus facility is designed to accommodate a large student population with modern resources, sports complexes, and spaces dedicated to specialized learning. By prioritizing community involvement and school spirit, the institution plays a central role in the lives of Merrillville residents, striving to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in a global society.
2,115
Total Students
138.6
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Merrillville High School
Demographic Student Count
White125
Hispanic386
Black1,476
Asian15
Two or More109
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    1,476 (69.8%)
  • Hispanic
    386 (18.3%)
  • White
    125 (5.9%)
  • Two or More
    109 (5.2%)
  • Asian
    15 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Merrillville Community School Corp
Phone: (219)650-5307
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,115
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 138.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 893
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 108
Grades Taught
Grade 9 518
Grade 10 523
Grade 11 577
Grade 12 491
Ungraded 6

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Merrillville High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9518
Grade 10523
Grade 11577
Grade 12491
Ungraded6
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Merrillville High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,10152.1%
Male1,01447.9%
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