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Gem Prep: Meridian North
School · GEM PREP: MERIDIAN NORTH LLC
PO BOX 86, Deary, ID 83823
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Gem Prep: Meridian North
School in Deary · grades Kindergarten – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gem Prep: Meridian North
Gem Prep: Meridian North is a public school in Deary, ID, part of GEM PREP: MERIDIAN NORTH LLC. Gem Prep: Meridian North serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Gem Prep: Meridian North show 67% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
Gem Prep: Meridian North runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Gem Prep: Meridian North is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Gem Prep: Meridian North sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 475 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Address
- PO BOX 86, Deary, ID 83823
- Phone
- (208) 917-9150
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
How Gem Prep: Meridian North Compares
See how Gem Prep: Meridian North performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 86, Deary, ID 83823
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gem Prep: Meridian North may also want to explore other schools in the area. COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Meridian). Additionally, NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Eagle). For more schools in Deary, see our Deary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OWYHEE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| PLEASANT VIEW ELEMENTARY Meridian | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LITTLE MIRACLES Star | 3.2 mi | — |
| WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| STAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Star | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Meridian | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Meridian | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| HUNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| THE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN @TEN MILE CHRISTIAN Meridian | 3.6 mi | — |
| DORAL ACADEMY OF IDAHO Meridian | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| STAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Star | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| SAWTOOTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY Meridian | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| BIRCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 3.6 mi | 8.9 |
| NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL Eagle | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| GALILEO STEM ACADEMY Eagle | 4.4 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83823 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,023
Median Home Value
$414,000
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
1,549
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
89.1%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GEM PREP: NAMPA Deary, ID | — |
| SUGAR-SALEM ONLINE Sugar City, ID | — |
| CRESTLINE ACADEMY Mccall, ID | 3.8 |
| SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL-ELEMENTARY Sun Valley, ID | 4.7 |
| GENESIS PREP ACADEMY Post Falls, ID | 4.8 |
| IDAHO SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CHARTER SCHOOL Blackfoot, ID | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gem Prep: Meridian North
What grades does Gem Prep: Meridian North serve?
Gem Prep: Meridian North serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Gem Prep: Meridian North?
Gem Prep: Meridian North has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gem Prep: Meridian North?
The student-teacher ratio at Gem Prep: Meridian North is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Gem Prep: Meridian North?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gem Prep: Meridian North has 67% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Gem Prep: Meridian North a charter school?
Yes, Gem Prep: Meridian North is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Gem Prep: Meridian North a Title I school?
No, Gem Prep: Meridian North is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.9%
- Phone
- (208) 917-9150
Resources & Links
District
GEM PREP: MERIDIAN NORTH LLC- District Enrollment
- 475
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $7,398
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