Serving 399 students in grades 9-12, Meridian Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Meridian Early College High School's student population of 399 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Meridian Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Early College High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1723 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Early College High School's ranking?
Meridian Early College High School is ranked #1723 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Meridian Early College High School often compared to?
Meridian Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meridian Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Meridian Early College High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Meridian Early College High School?
399 students attend Meridian Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Meridian Early College High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meridian Early College High School?
Meridian Early College High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meridian Early College High School offer ?
Meridian Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meridian Early College High School part of?
Meridian Early College High School is part of Meridian School District.
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