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Meridian Middle School

Meridian School District · Whatcom County · 861 TEN MILE ROAD, Lynden, WA 98264.0

(360)398-2291

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6/10
#177
Rank 177 out of 408
Top 43%
English Language Arts6/10 · #171 · 59th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #207 · 50th percentile
Science7/10 · #142 · 64th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Meridian Middle School sits in Lynden, a tight-knit agricultural community in Whatcom County known for its Dutch heritage, clean air, and small-town feel just a short drive from the Canadian border and the outdoor playgrounds of the North Cascades. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with science as a relative strength, making it a reasonable fit for families who value a grounded, community-connected education over a high-pressure academic environment. Families drawn to rural Pacific Northwest living — think Friday night football, berry fields, and a slower pace than nearby Bellingham — will likely feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

332 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
198 (60%)
Hispanic
83 (25%)
Multiple Races
24 (7%)
Other
27 (8%)

Key Indicators

English Learners52 (16%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged176 (53%)
Students with Disabilities49 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

352
Enrollment
24
Teachers (FTE)
14.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
19.7
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #403 · 2nd percentile

1 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Washington.