Serving 527 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 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Meridian Park Elementary School's student population of 527 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meridian Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 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 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
14%
5%
White
39%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
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 #74 out of 2,113 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
527 students attend Meridian Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Meridian Park Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian Park Elementary School?
Meridian Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meridian Park Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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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