The mission statement for Merryville High School is "Creating a learning community to empower tomorrow`s leaders.

16% of the students are minorities (primarily African American), below the state average of 54%.

[3] Extracurricular activities include band, color guard, dance, cheer, and student council.

[4] Sports sponsored include football, softball, baseball, and basketball.

Football The football field at Merryville High School is named Keener-Cagle Stadium in honor of Christian Keener, a former Methodist church bishop and Chris Cagle.