Perry Meridian Middle School

202 W Meridian School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46217

1,292 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Perry Meridian Middle School, located on the south side of Indianapolis, serves as a key academic institution within the Perry Township Schools district. Known for its commitment to fostering both academic excellence and personal growth, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school. The campus environment emphasizes community engagement and inclusivity, aiming to support the diverse student population that defines Perry Township.

Beyond the classroom, Perry Meridian Middle School provides a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs. These programs are designed to help students explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build strong social connections with their peers. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, the school strives to cultivate a supportive culture where students are encouraged to reach their full potential while preparing for their future academic and personal endeavors.

1,292

Total Students

80.2

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

64.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Perry Meridian Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	525
Hispanic	150
Black	123
Asian	433
Two or More	59
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
525 (40.6 %)
Asian
433 (33.5 %)
Hispanic
150 (11.6 %)
Black
123 (9.5 %)
Two or More
59 (4.6 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Perry Township Schools
Phone:	(317)789-4100
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	1,292
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	80.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	758
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	77

* 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 7 648

Grade 8 644