Serving 287 students in grades 9-12, Meridian High 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meridian High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Macon, IL, encompassing approximately 137.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Meridian High School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meridian High 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 High School is 0.15, 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
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
29%
White
92%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian High School's ranking?
Meridian High School is ranked #2660 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Meridian High School often compared to?
Meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensburg-latham High School, Maroa-forsyth Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Meridian High School?
287 students attend Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Meridian High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian High School?
Meridian High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meridian High School offer ?
Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Meridian High School part of?
Meridian High School is part of Meridian CUSD 15 School District.
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