Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Meridian Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Meridian Middle School's student population of 656 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Meridian Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Middle School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1257 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
14%
5%
White
19%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Middle School's ranking?
Meridian Middle School is ranked #1257 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meridian Middle School often compared to?
Meridian Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meeker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Meridian Middle School?
656 students attend Meridian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Meridian Middle School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian Middle School?
Meridian Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meridian Middle School offer ?
Meridian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian Middle School part of?
Meridian Middle School is part of Kent School District.
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