Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meridian Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Meridian Park Elementary School serves a central area in Seattle, WA, encompassing approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meridian Park Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Meridian Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Park Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#71 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Park Elementary School's ranking?
Meridian Park Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meridian Park Elementary School often compared to?
Meridian Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade K-8 Community School, Ridgecrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Meridian Park Elementary School?
589 students attend Meridian Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Meridian Park Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Park Elementary School?
Meridian Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meridian Park Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian Park Elementary School part of?
Meridian Park Elementary School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Meridian Park Elementary School located?
Meridian Park Elementary School is located in the Meridian Park neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Meridian Park.
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