For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 843 students in Meriden, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Meriden, KS are Jefferson West Elementary School, Jefferson West High School and Jefferson West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Meriden, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Meriden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Meriden, KS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson West Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 Main Street
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2455
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2455
Gr: PK-4 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson West High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
619 Condray St
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-3331
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-3331
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson West Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
210 N Miller
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2900
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2900
Gr: 5-8 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Meriden, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Meriden, KS include Jefferson West Elementary School, Jefferson West High School and Jefferson West Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Meriden?
3 public schools are located in Meriden.
What is the racial composition of students in Meriden?
Meriden public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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