Serving 702 students in grades 4-5, Meridian School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Meridian Middle School serves the entire district of Buffalo Grove, IL, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to the farthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meridian School's student population of 702 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meridian School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian School is 0.60, 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
#212 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
56%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian School's ranking?
Meridian School is ranked #212 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Meridian School often compared to?
Meridian Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Groves Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Meridian School?
702 students attend Meridian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Meridian School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian School?
Meridian School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meridian School offer ?
Meridian School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Meridian School part of?
Meridian School is part of Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102 School District.
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