MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL

Meridian High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Meridian CUSD 15 school district, located in Macon, IL with about 263 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 20 teachers, Meridian High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 High School is a public secondary educational institution located in Macon, Illinois, serving the communities within the Meridian Community Unit School District 15. As a small-town school, it emphasizes a close-knit environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong sense of community. The school is dedicated to preparing its students for post-secondary success, offering a core curriculum alongside various extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations designed to foster well-rounded development.

The school operates as a central pillar of the Macon area, reflecting the values of a rural-suburban district that prioritizes academic growth and character development. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering collaborative relationships between staff, students, and parents, Meridian High School aims to provide a supportive atmosphere that helps students transition effectively into higher education or the workforce. Its location in Macon allows it to serve a specific geographic region, maintaining strong ties to local traditions while keeping pace with state educational standards.

For more information, contact Meridian High School at (217) 764-5233 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.