Serving 647 students in grades 6-8, Meridian Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meridian Middle School serves the west part of Kent, WA, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meridian Middle School's student population of 647 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meridian Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Middle School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1371 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
17%
5%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Middle School's ranking?
Meridian Middle School is ranked #1371 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meridian Middle School often compared to?
Meridian Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meeker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Meridian Middle School?
647 students attend Meridian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Meridian Middle School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Middle School?
Meridian Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington 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 Kent School District.
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