Serving 497 students in grades 9-12, Meridian High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Meridian High School's student population of 497 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meridian High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#402 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
21%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian High School's ranking?
Meridian High School is ranked #402 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meridian High School often compared to?
Meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynden High School, Nooksack Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Meridian High School?
497 students attend Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Meridian High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian High School?
Meridian High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meridian High School offer ?
Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian High School part of?
Meridian High School is part of Meridian School District.
In what neighborhood is Meridian High School located?
Meridian High School is located in the Central Business District neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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