Serving 537 students in grades 9-12, Meridian High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meridian High School's student population of 537 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meridian High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian High School is 0.56, which is less 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
#779 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian High School's ranking?
Meridian High School is ranked #779 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meridian High School often compared to?
Meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynden High School, Nooksack Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Meridian High School?
537 students attend Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Meridian High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian High School?
Meridian High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meridian High School offer ?
Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian High School part of?
Meridian High School is part of Meridian School District.
In what neighborhood is Meridian High School located?
Meridian High School is located in the Central Business District neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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