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2 schools in Merino

Colorado · Public K-12

Across the city, Merino hosts 2 public K-12 schools teaching roughly 314 Colorado students (about 157 per campus).

7-year change in Merino

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
314
+13 (+4%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
88%
was 86%
% Hispanic
10%
was 9%
% Black
0%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Merino Elementary SchoolElementaryKG-06159
Merino Junior Senior High SchoolHigh07-12155

About Merino

Merino is a rural-scale Colorado city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 314 students total.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city consists of 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 157, meaningfully below the state mean of about 456.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 314 students, expanded 4% from the 301 reported in SY 2017-18.

On allk12, the community for Merino discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Merino?
Merino, Colorado has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 314 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Merino?
Merino has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Merino?
Merino Elementary School is the largest public school in Merino by enrollment, with approximately 159 students.
What school districts serve Merino?
Merino public schools are operated by School District No. Re-4 Buffalo.
What grade levels do public schools in Merino cover?
Public schools in Merino serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.