Best Meriden Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 592 students in Meriden, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Meriden, KS are Jefferson West Elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Meriden have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Meriden, KS (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson West Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
301 Main Street
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2455
Gr: PK-4 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson West Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
210 N Miller
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2900
Gr: 5-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Meriden, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Meriden, KS include Jefferson West Elementary School and Jefferson West Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Meriden?
2 public elementary schools are located in Meriden.
What is the racial composition of students in Meriden?
Meriden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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