Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Meridian Parent Partnership Program ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 31:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian Parent Partnership Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meridian Parent Partnership Program's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meridian Parent Partnership Program ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Parent Partnership Program is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#599 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
84%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Parent Partnership Program's ranking?
Meridian Parent Partnership Program is ranked #599 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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).
How many students attend Meridian Parent Partnership Program?
217 students attend Meridian Parent Partnership Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Meridian Parent Partnership Program students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian Parent Partnership Program?
Meridian Parent Partnership Program has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meridian Parent Partnership Program offer ?
Meridian Parent Partnership Program offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Meridian Parent Partnership Program part of?
Meridian Parent Partnership Program is part of Meridian School District.
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