For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 847 students in Meriden, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Meriden, KS are Jefferson West Elementary School, Jefferson West High School and Jefferson West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Meriden, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Meriden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Meriden, KS (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson West Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 Main Street
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2455
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2455
Gr: PK-4 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson West High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
619 Condray St
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-3331
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-3331
Gr: 9-12 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson West Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
210 N Miller
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2900
Meriden, KS 66512
(785) 484-2900
Gr: 5-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Meriden, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Meriden, KS include Jefferson West Elementary School, Jefferson West High School and Jefferson West Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Meriden?
3 public schools are located in Meriden.
What is the racial composition of students in Meriden?
Meriden public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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