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#530 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 17% in state

Meridian Elementary School

Elementary School · Grosse Ile Township Schools

26700 MERIDIAN RD, Grosse Ile, MI 48138

Enrollment

326

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#530 of 3,192

In Grosse Ile

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Grosse Ile Township Schools

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Meridian Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Grosse Ile · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Grosse Ile High School

8.1/10

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5.6/10

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About Meridian Elementary School

Meridian Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grosse Ile, MI, part of Grosse Ile Township Schools. Meridian Elementary School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Meridian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #530 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Meridian Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.8 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,681
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

Meridian Elementary School — Students at Meridian Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
58.6%
ELA
61.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Meridian Elementary School Compares

See how Meridian Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
83th percentile in MI
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

Location

26700 MERIDIAN RD, Grosse Ile, MI 48138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meridian Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yake Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Woodhaven), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Parke Lane Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jesse L Anderson Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Trenton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grosse Ile, see our Grosse Ile schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Grosse Ile High School Grosse Ile 1.5 mi 8.1
Grosse Ile Middle School Grosse Ile 1.8 mi 5.6
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trenton 2.1 mi 5.1
Parke Lane Elementary School Grosse Ile 2.6 mi 8.2
Parsons Elementary School Rockwood 2.4 mi 5.6
Trenton High School Trenton 2.8 mi 7.8
Richard C Hedke Elem School Trenton 2.7 mi 6.5
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School Trenton 3.1 mi 7.1
Shumate Middle School Rockwood 3.2 mi 5.3
Oscar A Carlson High School Rockwood 3.3 mi 6.1
Lakeshore Virtual School Gibraltar 3.3 mi 6.0
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School Trenton 3.2 mi 7.3
Forest Elementary School Riverview 3.9 mi 4.9
Riverview Community High School Riverview 4.4 mi 6.5
Yake Elementary School Woodhaven 3.8 mi 8.3
Riverview Transition Center Riverview 4.6 mi
Memorial Elementary School Riverview 4.6 mi 3.9
Riverview Virtual Academy Riverview 5.0 mi 7.9
Jo Brighton Skills Center Wyandotte 5.1 mi 7.8
Madison School Wyandotte 5.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,934

Median Home Value

$343,000

Median Rent

$1,388/mo

Population

10,603

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

91.2%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

51

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meridian Elementary School

What grades does Meridian Elementary School serve?

Meridian Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Meridian Elementary School?

Meridian Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meridian Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Meridian Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meridian Elementary School rank in MI?

Meridian Elementary School ranks #530 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Meridian Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Meridian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Meridian Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meridian Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Meridian Elementary School a charter school?

No, Meridian Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Meridian Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Meridian Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meridian Elementary School?

19.3% of students at Meridian Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

District

Grosse Ile Township Schools
District Enrollment
1,565
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,681
District Rank
#3 of 4

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