MERIDIAN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Meridian Street Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clay Community Schools school district, located in Brazil, IN with about 272 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 16 teachers, Meridian Street Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 Street Elementary School is a public school located in the small city of Brazil, Indiana, serving students within the Clay Community School Corporation. Situated in a historic residential area, the school functions as a foundational pillar for local families, focusing on providing a supportive environment for early childhood and primary education. As part of a smaller school district, it emphasizes a tight-knit community atmosphere where teachers and staff strive to build strong relationships with both students and parents to foster academic and social development.

The school is committed to core academic standards while balancing the unique needs of its diverse student body. By utilizing the resources of the Clay Community School Corporation, Meridian Street Elementary aims to provide essential educational programming, extracurricular engagement, and character-building initiatives. Its location in Brazil serves as a convenient hub for local residents, reflecting the town’s broader efforts to invest in the future of its youth through consistent instruction and a stable, community-oriented learning environment.

For more information, contact Meridian Street Elementary School at (812) 448-8560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.