Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Meridian Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Meridian Park Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meridian Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,052 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
#145 out of 2052 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
9%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
14%
5%
White
39%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
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 #145 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Meridian Park Elementary School?
518 students attend Meridian Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Meridian Park Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian Park Elementary School?
Meridian Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meridian Park Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
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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