What grades does MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL serve?

As a High school, MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL serves students in MERIDIAN, MS. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL located?

You can find MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL in MERIDIAN, MS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL?

At MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL, there are approximately 13.7 students for every teacher.

What schools are in MERIDIAN, MS?

MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL is among the schools serving MERIDIAN, MS. The school is part of the local school system.

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Meridian High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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MERIDIAN, MS 39305

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

60% Day (Early Dismissal)half_dayDistrict-wide

60% school day for students prior to Winter Break

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

All Schools and Offices Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Jan

Mon

Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Jan

Tue

Start of 2nd SemesterEventDistrict-wide

Students return for the start of the second semester

Jan

Mon

Martin Luther King, Jr. DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,314

Student:Teacher

13.7:1

Locale

Town

District

MERIDIAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(601)482-3191

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

15%

12th percentile in MS

Math Proficiency

17%

22th percentile in MS

Graduation Rate

85%

Chronic Absenteeism

24.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

3 courses offered

19 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

96 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

512 test takers

Athletics

24 sports, 35 teams

610 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.1:1

Near average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,286

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

95.5

93% fully certified

Counselors

8.5

Psychologists

0.090000004

Social Workers

Nurses

0.27000001

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,308

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,532

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,617

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 29%State 39%Local 32%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$120,133

-4.1% 1yr+8.7% 5yr

Meridian, MS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

36.2%

Below 150% poverty line

5.7%

Unemployment rate

9.9%

Uninsured residents

16.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

695

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

680

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

52%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

182 (27%)

Specific Learning Disability

142 (21%)

Autism

98 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

70 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

57 (8%)

Speech/Language Impairment

55 (8%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,253

Current enrollment

Stable(-3% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

All Schools and Offices Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Break

Fri, Dec 18, 2026

60% Day (Early Dismissal)

60% school day for students prior to Winter Break

half_day

Mon, Dec 21, 2026

Winter Break

All Schools and Offices Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in MERIDIAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Meridian High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide All Schools and Offices Closed Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide All Schools and Offices Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide All Schools and Offices Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	60% Day (Early Dismissal)District-wide 60% school day for students prior to Winter Break	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide All Schools and Offices Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide Teacher professional development day (no school for students)	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Start of 2nd SemesterDistrict-wide Students return for the start of the second semester	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King, Jr. DayDistrict-wide All Schools and Offices Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide All Schools and Offices Closed Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Easter BreakDistrict-wide All Schools and Offices Closed	Break	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Last Day of School (60% Day)District-wide Last day of school for students; 60% day early dismissal	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide Teacher professional development day	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide All Schools and Offices Closed Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—