Gem Prep Meridian South serves 203 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gem Prep Meridian South's student population of 203 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gem Prep Meridian South is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
76%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gem Prep Meridian South?
203 students attend Gem Prep Meridian South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gem Prep Meridian South students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gem Prep Meridian South?
Gem Prep Meridian South has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gem Prep Meridian South offer ?
Gem Prep Meridian South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gem Prep Meridian South part of?
Gem Prep Meridian South is part of Gem Prep: Meridian South LLC School District.
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