For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 63 students in Meridian, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Meridian, CA is Meridian Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Meridian, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Meridian have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Meridian, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15898 Central St.
Meridian, CA 95957
(530) 696-2604
Meridian, CA 95957
(530) 696-2604
Gr: K-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Meridian, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15898 Central St.
Meridian, CA 95957
(424) 289-8100
Meridian, CA 95957
(424) 289-8100
Gr: K-7 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Meridian, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Meridian, CA include Meridian Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Meridian?
1 public schools are located in Meridian.
What is the racial composition of students in Meridian?
Meridian public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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