Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meridian Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meridian Elementary School serves the entire district of Mounds, IL, covering approximately 98.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical driving time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meridian Elementary School's student population of 213 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Meridian Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
51%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Elementary School's ranking?
Meridian Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Meridian Elementary School?
213 students attend Meridian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Meridian Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Elementary School?
Meridian Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meridian Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Meridian Elementary School part of?
Meridian Elementary School is part of Meridian CUSD 101 School District.
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