MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL
MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Meridian Public Schools school district, located in Meridian, MS with about 1,435 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 82 teachers, MERIDIAN HIGH 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 HIGH SCHOOL, located at 2320 32nd Street in Meridian, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Meridian Public School District. As a large, comprehensive high school, it acts as a central pillar for the local community, providing a wide array of academic, extracurricular, and athletic programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school is known for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering an environment that balances rigorous curriculum standards with opportunities for personal and social development.
Beyond its core academic offerings, MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL is deeply integrated into the culture of Meridian, frequently serving as a focal point for community spirit and school pride. The campus facilities support various vocational, artistic, and athletic pursuits, reflecting the district’s dedication to providing a well-rounded education. Whether through its competitive sports teams, fine arts programs, or academic clubs, the school aims to empower its students to become active, productive members of society while maintaining a strong connection to the history and traditions of the Meridian area.
For more information, contact MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 485-3848 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 485-3848
MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Meridian, MS with about 1,435 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Meridian Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,435
- Teachers:
- 82.48
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,435 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 93% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 93.2%
- White
- 4.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.3%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Two or more races
- 0.1%
- Female
- 51.9%
- Male
- 48.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.