Merkel Independent School District

Merkel Independent School District
302 Ash St. Merkel, Texas ESC Region 14 USA
District information
Type	Independent school district
Grades	Pre-K through 12
Superintendent	Bryan Allen
Schools	4 (2015-16)
District ID	221904
Students and staff
Athletic conference	UIL Class 3A Football Division II
District mascot	Badgers
Colors	Purple, Gold
Other information
Website	Merkel ISD

Merkel Independent School District is a public school district based in Merkel, Texas (USA). The district covers portions of two counties, Taylor and Jones.

In addition to Merkel, the district also serves the city of Tye. Their mascot is the Badger. Their UIL conference affiliation is 3A.