Serving 396 students in grades 9-12, Meridian Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meridian Early College High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sanford, MI, covering approximately 96.2 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Meridian Early College High School's student population of 396 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meridian Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Early College High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1723 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Early College High School's ranking?
Meridian Early College High School is ranked #1723 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Meridian Early College High School often compared to?
Meridian Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian Early College High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Meridian Early College High School?
396 students attend Meridian Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Meridian Early College High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Early College High School?
Meridian Early College High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meridian Early College High School offer ?
Meridian Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meridian Early College High School part of?
Meridian Early College High School is part of Meridian School District.
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