Meridian High School is a senior high school located in Mounds, Illinois, United States, serving grades 9–12.
Serving 210 students in grades 6-12, Meridian High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Meridian High School's student population of 210 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Bobcats
School Rankings
Meridian High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2811 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
58%
16%
White
31%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian High School's ranking?
Meridian High School is ranked #2811 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Meridian High School?
210 students attend Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Meridian High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian High School?
Meridian High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meridian High School offer ?
Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Meridian High School part of?
Meridian High School is part of Meridian CUSD 101 School District.
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