For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 276 students in Meriden, KS.
The top-ranked public middle school in Meriden, KS is Jefferson West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Meriden, KS public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kansas public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 28% statewide average). Middle schools in Meriden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Meriden, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson West Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
210 N Miller
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2900
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2900
Gr: 5-8 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Meriden, KS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Meriden, KS include Jefferson West Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Meriden?
1 public middle schools are located in Meriden.
What is the racial composition of students in Meriden?
Meriden public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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