Serving 998 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meridiana Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridiana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Meridiana Elementary School's student population of 998 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meridiana Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridiana Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2453 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
39%
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridiana Elementary School's ranking?
Meridiana Elementary School is ranked #2453 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Meridiana Elementary School?
998 students attend Meridiana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Meridiana Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridiana Elementary School?
Meridiana Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meridiana Elementary School offer ?
Meridiana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Meridiana Elementary School part of?
Meridiana Elementary School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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