Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meriwether Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meriwether Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meriwether Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Meriwether Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meriwether Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#501 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meriwether Elementary School's ranking?
Meriwether Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meriwether Elementary School often compared to?
Meriwether Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherrydale Elementary School, Chloe Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Meriwether Elementary School?
260 students attend Meriwether Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Meriwether Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meriwether Elementary School?
Meriwether Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meriwether Elementary School offer ?
Meriwether Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meriwether Elementary School part of?
Meriwether Elementary School is part of Clover Park School District.
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