Meridian High School is a public high school located on the north edge of Meridian, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Meridian Independent School District located in central Bosque County.
Serving 212 students in grades 6-12, Meridian High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Meridian High School's student population of 212 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Yellow and Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meridian High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian High School is 0.53, which is less 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
#6894 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
60%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian High School's ranking?
Meridian High School is ranked #6894 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Meridian High School often compared to?
Meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifton Middle School, Clifton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Meridian High School?
212 students attend Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Meridian High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian High School?
Meridian High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meridian High School offer ?
Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Meridian High School part of?
Meridian High School is part of Meridian Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
There is far to much bullying at this high school! :(
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