Serving 668 students in grades 4-5, Meridian School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meridian School's student population of 668 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Meridian School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
62%
6%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Meridian School often compared to?
Meridian Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Groves Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Meridian School?
668 students attend Meridian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Meridian School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian School?
Meridian School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meridian School offer ?
Meridian School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Meridian School part of?
Meridian School is part of Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102 School District.
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