Meridian Prek Academy serves 142 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meridian Prek Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Meridian Prek Academy's student population of 142 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Meridian Prek Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
96%
45%
White
2%
40%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Meridian Prek Academy?
142 students attend Meridian Prek Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Meridian Prek Academy students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Prek Academy?
Meridian Prek Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meridian Prek Academy offer ?
Meridian Prek Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Meridian Prek Academy part of?
Meridian Prek Academy is part of Meridian School District.
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