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5.8 avg / 10

Meridian School District

School District · Bellingham, Washington

Students: 1,903
Teachers (FTE): 105

Avg Rating

5.8

out of 10

Schools

6

2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$16,219

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.1:1

How this district compares

Washington rank

#160 of 233

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-0.6

below Washington avg

Per-pupil spending

$16,219

$1,505 vs Washington median

District size

1,903 students

Typical than Washington median

About Meridian School District

Meridian School District is a Bellingham, Washington school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 1,903 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18.1:1. The district invests $16,219 per student annually.

With an average rating of 5.8/10, Meridian School District demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Irene Reither Elementary School, which has a composite score of 6.5/10.

In standardized testing, Meridian School District students show an average math proficiency of 38.4% and ELA proficiency of 51.8%.

The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Meridian School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 38.4%
School
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N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.8%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Meridian School District with test data.

District Details

State
Washington
City
Bellingham
Total Enrollment
1,903
Teachers (FTE)
105
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Meridian School District?

Meridian School District has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Meridian School District?

The average composite rating for Meridian School District is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Meridian School District?

Meridian School District spends $16,219 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Meridian School District?

The average student-teacher ratio in Meridian School District is 18.1:1.

What is the top-rated school in Meridian School District?

Irene Reither Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Meridian School District with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What are the test scores in Meridian School District?

Across schools in Meridian School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Meridian School District compare to other districts in Washington?

Meridian School District has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Washington by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
5.8/10
Math Proficiency
38.4%
ELA Proficiency
51.8%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

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