Gem Prep Meridian South serves 458 students in grades Kindergarten-10.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10% in ID)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gem Prep Meridian South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gem Prep Meridian South's student population of 458 students has grown by 125% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gem Prep Meridian South is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
78%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
16.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gem Prep Meridian South?
458 students attend Gem Prep Meridian South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gem Prep Meridian South students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gem Prep Meridian South?
Gem Prep Meridian South has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gem Prep Meridian South offer ?
Gem Prep Meridian South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10
What school district is Gem Prep Meridian South part of?
Gem Prep Meridian South is part of Gem Prep: Meridian South LLC School District.
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