Serving 563 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meridian Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meridian Elementary School's student population of 563 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meridian Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6861 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
21%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
51%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Elementary School's ranking?
Meridian Elementary School is ranked #6861 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Meridian Elementary School?
563 students attend Meridian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Meridian Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian Elementary School?
Meridian Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Meridian Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meridian Elementary School part of?
Meridian Elementary School is part of Cajon Valley Union School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - Minimum Day
June 17, 2025 (Tuesday)
Office Closes - Last Day for Office Staff
June 25, 2025 (Wednesday)
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