School Overview
Merced Scholars Charter (MSC) is a specialized public charter school located in Merced, California, operating under the umbrella of the Merced County Office of Education (MCOE). The school is designed to offer a personalized and flexible educational experience that deviates from the traditional classroom model. By utilizing a "blended learning" approach, MSC serves students who may need more autonomy in their studies, including those seeking accelerated academic paths, students balancing extracurricular commitments, or those who simply thrive in a non-traditional, independent study environment.

The school is highly regarded for its emphasis on individualized instruction and student-centered support. Faculty work closely with students and their families to develop customized learning plans that meet state standards while accommodating specific personal goals or unique pacing requirements. Located on Wardrobe Avenue, the school provides a bridge between rigorous academic preparation and the flexibility necessary for diverse learners to succeed, ensuring that all students remain on track for high school graduation and future college or career readiness.
334
Total Students
20.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Merced Scholars Charter
Demographic Student Count
White53
Hispanic245
Black4
Asian16
Two or More12
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    245 (74.0%)
  • White
    53 (16.0%)
  • Asian
    16 (4.8%)
  • Two or More
    12 (3.6%)
  • Black
    4 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Merced County Office of Education
Phone: (209)381-5165
Website: http://mcoe.org/mercedscholars
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 334
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.5
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 237
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 30
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 49
Grade 1 20
Grade 2 25
Grade 3 13
Grade 4 14
Grade 5 6
Grade 6 17
Grade 7 26
Grade 8 25
Grade 9 33
Grade 10 40
Grade 11 36
Grade 12 30

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Merced Scholars Charter
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten49
Grade 120
Grade 225
Grade 313
Grade 414
Grade 56
Grade 617
Grade 726
Grade 825
Grade 933
Grade 1040
Grade 1136
Grade 1230
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Merced Scholars Charter
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18354.8%
Male14844.3%
Not Specified30.9%