Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meridian Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Meridian Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Successfully Preparing All Students for Their Futures
School Rankings
Meridian Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1192 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
10%
5%
White
38%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Elementary School's ranking?
Meridian Elementary School is ranked #1192 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Meridian Elementary School?
390 students attend Meridian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Meridian Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Elementary School?
Meridian Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meridian Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian Elementary School part of?
Meridian Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
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