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Meridian School
School · EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT 13
4215 AVENUE I, Scottsbluff, NE 69361
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Meridian School
Meridian School is a public school in Scottsbluff, NE, part of the EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT 13. The school serves approximately 21 students in grades Pre-K – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.2:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $55,531, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 21 students, Meridian School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.2:1, Meridian School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Address
- 4215 AVENUE I, Scottsbluff, NE 69361
- Phone
- (308) 635-3696
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
4215 AVENUE I, Scottsbluff, NE 69361
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meridian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Gering). Another option is WESTMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away). For more schools in Scottsbluff, see our Scottsbluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 0.8 mi | — |
| LINCOLN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCH Scottsbluff | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| SCOTTSBLUFF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| WESTMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WESTERN NEBRASKA Scottsbluff | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTERN NEBRASK CHILD DEV CENTER (WNCDC) Scottsbluff | 1.8 mi | — |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| HOME BASED Scottsbluff | 2.4 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff | 2.4 mi | — |
| NORTHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GERING HIGH SCHOOL Gering | 4.0 mi | 3.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| GERING EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Gering | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| GERING MIDDLE SCHOOL Gering | 4.4 mi | 4.4 |
| GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 5.2 mi | 8.1 |
| TIGER CUB PRESCHOOL Mitchell | 7.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 69361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,531
Median Home Value
$154,400
Median Rent
$949/mo
Population
16,965
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
60.3%
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
38.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Meridian School has a median household income of $55,531. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,400, with a median rent of $949/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERNIKLAU EDUCATION SOLUTIONS TEAM Lincoln, NE | — |
| MADONNA SCHOOL Omaha, NE | — |
| VILLA MARIE SCHOOL Waverly, NE | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meridian School
What grades does Meridian School serve?
Meridian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Meridian School?
Meridian School has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meridian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Meridian School is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Meridian School a charter school?
No, Meridian School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meridian School a Title I school?
No, Meridian School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meridian School?
85.7% of students at Meridian 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
- City Safety
- High (3,423/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Scottsbluff). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Scotts Bluff County
- Phone
- (308) 635-3696
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE UNIT 13- District Enrollment
- 72
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $207,635
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