Meridian High School is a four-year public secondary school within the West Ada School District located in Meridian, Idaho, comprising grades 9–12.
Serving 1,774 students in grades 9-12, Meridian High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meridian High School serves the northwest part of its school district in Meridian, ID, covering an area of approximately 26.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Meridian High School's student population of 1,774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,774 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Challenges
School Rankings
Meridian High School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian High School is 0.46, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#233 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian High School's ranking?
Meridian High School is ranked #233 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Meridian High School often compared to?
Meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View High School, Rocky Mountain High School, Eagle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian High School is 92%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Meridian High School?
1,774 students attend Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Meridian High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian High School?
Meridian High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meridian High School offer ?
Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian High School part of?
Meridian High School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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