Meridian High School is a public high school in Meridian, Mississippi. It is within the Meridian Public School District. As of 2020 its enrollment is about 1,700.
Serving 1,314 students in grades 9-12, Meridian High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meridian High School's student population of 1,314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1886
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Meridian High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#571 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
93%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian High School's ranking?
Meridian High School is ranked #571 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Meridian High School often compared to?
Meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Lauderdale High School, West Lauderdale High School, Clarkdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian High School is 83%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Meridian High School?
1,314 students attend Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Meridian High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian High School?
Meridian High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meridian High School offer ?
Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian High School part of?
Meridian High School is part of Meridian School District.
School Reviews
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