Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Meridian Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meridian Elementary School's student population of 120 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meridian Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#411 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Elementary School's ranking?
Meridian Elementary School is ranked #411 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Meridian Elementary School?
120 students attend Meridian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Meridian Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian Elementary School?
Meridian Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Meridian Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Meridian Elementary School part of?
Meridian Elementary School is part of Meridian School District.
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