Serving 960 students in grades 6-8, Meridian Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meridian Middle School's student population of 960 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
960 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Challenges'
School Rankings
Meridian Middle 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 Middle School is 0.51, 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
#333 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
3%
1%
White
66%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Middle School's ranking?
Meridian Middle School is ranked #333 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Meridian Middle School often compared to?
Meridian Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawtooth Middle School, Lewis & Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Meridian Middle School?
960 students attend Meridian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Meridian Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Middle School?
Meridian Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meridian Middle School offer ?
Meridian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian Middle School part of?
Meridian Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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