Merit Academy in Indian Trail, NC, is a nonsectarian special education school serving grades 3 through 11 in an urban/large town community.
The school enrolls 22 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 4 teaching staff.
Merit Academy holds memberships including state or regional independent school associations and organizations for exceptional children.
As a co鈥揺ducational institution, it provides specialized programming for learners requiring tailored educational services in the Indian Trail area.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merit Academy?
The application deadline for Merit Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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