Meridian Public Schools

District Overview
Headquartered at 1019 25th Avenue in Meridian, Mississippi, Meridian Public Schools operates as an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving learners across the greater Meridian metropolitan region. Situated within a remote town setting, the district manages 11 operational school facilities that provide a continuous educational continuum spanning from prekindergarten through the 13th grade, including specialized early childhood and extended secondary pathways. With a total enrollment of 4,385 students, the district delivers foundational, middle, and high school academics designed to foster growth, achievement, and opportunity for local youth.

To support this student population—which includes 2,251 male and 2,134 female students reflecting a rich tapestry of community backgrounds—the district maintains a comprehensive professional infrastructure totaling over 1,550 full-time equivalent staff members. This workforce is anchored by approximately 715 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by 91 instructional aides and nearly 747 dedicated operational and administrative support personnel. For parents, students, and educational researchers evaluating community-centered public education in Mississippi, Meridian Public Schools offers a well-staffed, robust framework equipped to meet diverse academic and developmental needs.
11
Total Schools
4,385
Total Students
715.4
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Meridian Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White109
Hispanic166
Black3,995
Asian20
Two or More87
American Indian8
  • Black
    3,995 (91.1%)
  • Hispanic
    166 (3.8%)
  • White
    109 (2.5%)
  • Two or More
    87 (2.0%)
  • Asian
    20 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Meridian Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary7
Middle2
High2
Other3
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:11
Students:4,385*
Teachers (FTE):715.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in Meridian Public Schools
Found 14 Schools