MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Meridian Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Meridian CUSD 101 school district, located in Mounds, IL with about 329 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Meridian Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Meridian Elementary School, located at 1401 Mounds Rd in Mounds, Illinois, serves as a primary educational institution for the local community within the Meridian Community Unit School District 101. The school is dedicated to providing a foundational learning environment for students in their early academic years, focusing on core curriculum standards and personal development. As a central hub for education in Pulaski County, the school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and student achievement in a small-town setting.

The school is part of a district that strives to overcome regional challenges by fostering a supportive atmosphere for its diverse student body. By utilizing local resources and maintaining a commitment to educational equity, Meridian Elementary aims to prepare its students for middle school transitions and long-term academic success. Families in the Mounds area look to the school as a vital partner in nurturing the intellectual and social growth of the next generation.

For more information, contact Meridian Elementary School at (618) 342-6778 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.