MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL

1900 WEST PINE STREET
MERIDIAN, ID 83642

1,783 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Meridian High School, located at 1900 West Pine Street in Meridian, Idaho, is a long-standing educational institution and a central landmark within the West Ada School District. As one of the oldest and most established high schools in the region, it serves a diverse student body and plays a significant role in the local community’s identity. The campus is known for its deep-rooted traditions and a comprehensive academic environment that offers a wide array of courses, including Advanced Placement (AP) programs, career-technical education, and various elective pathways designed to prepare students for college and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Meridian High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture, boasting a strong history in athletics, the performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs. The school’s mascot, the "Warriors," is a symbol of its enduring school spirit and competitive athletic programs that frequently participate in state-level competitions. With a commitment to fostering both academic achievement and personal character, the school continues to be a cornerstone of the Meridian area, focusing on inclusivity and providing a supportive atmosphere for students to navigate their high school years.

1,783

Total Students

94.2

Full-Time Teachers

18.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

32.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,341
Hispanic	318
Black	32
Asian	23
Two or More	55
American Indian	10
Pacific Islander	4

White
1,341 (75.2 %)
Hispanic
318 (17.8 %)
Two or More
55 (3.1 %)
Black
32 (1.8 %)
Asian
23 (1.3 %)
American Indian
10 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Not reported
Shared Time Status:	Not reported
District:	JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
Phone:	(208)350-4160
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,783
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	94.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Not reported
Qualified Free Lunch:	441
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	130

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 472

Grade 10 474

Grade 11 426

Grade 12 411