Meridian High School

Meridian High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1900 W Pine Ave,  Meridian, ID
West Ada School District
4.0
3.8
1,754 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
64%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
64%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
95
Full Time Teachers
95
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
540
Verbal
560
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
40.6%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
12.1%
State Average
20.5%
Science
4.3%
State Average
9.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
342:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
White
70.1%
Hispanic
21.5%
Two or more races
4.2%
Black
1.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Boise State University 582 Students
Idaho State University 275 Students
University of Idaho 272 Students
College of Western Idaho 194 Students
The College of Idaho 159 Students
University of Utah 144 Students
Utah State University 130 Students
Brigham Young University-Idaho 123 Students
Washington State University 116 Students
University of Washington 111 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 106 Students
Psychology 88 Students
Nursing 79 Students
Biology 52 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 46 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 42 Students
Marketing 34 Students
Physical Therapy 34 Students
Criminology 32 Students
Education 31 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 276 Reviews
5.0 Senior
10/3/2025
I transferred to Meridian High for my senior year and I absolutely love it. I feel so safe every day and I am happy in an environment where I am thriving. The administration is so kind and the teachers all truly want you to succeed.
5.0 Alum
6/28/2024
Overall the culture of Meridian High School was great for most, from my experience there was little to no bullying within the school. Most kids no matter of background could find a group and thrive.
5.0 Senior
5/27/2024
meridian high school was an adventure. it was a great environment. it taught very useful life skills and had an even greater wrestling program that i was part of. it was a great 4 years and is a great place for students and others.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/27/2021
MHS does not get the rating it deserves. The family vibe, amazing teachers and wide diversity is the reason why all of my children went to school there even when we moved out of the boundaries. School spirit is amazing, most teachers are there to help and admin is very involved in the daily life of...
4.0 other
5/21/2020
This school may not have the highest rating for "college readiness" but Meridian has many more career/certification pathways that they offer. Career Technical Education classes- a place where many students thrive.
5.0 parent
8/19/2019
So far I have had one graduate from this school and 2 more are right behind. Other than the one teacher, my kids have all had great experiences here. This school has come a long way and you can feel confident in sending your children here.
3.0 other
11/8/2016
I really don't agree with their rule, "no hats or hoods". I mean, come on, it's cold even inside. When I'm cold, I can't pay attention, but sometimes people wear a hat or hood to express themselves; my hood is my personality. Overall, teachers are nice, very friendly. Most students are quite respect...

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Meridian High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Meridian, ID and is served by the West Ada School District in Idaho. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,754 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Meridian High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $556,997. Discover additional schools in the area, like Renaissance High School, Cole Valley Christian Schools, Compass Public Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Meridian has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Meridian High School.

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