Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meridian Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meridian Ranch Elementary School's student population of 670 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meridian Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Ranch Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#403 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
64%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Meridian Ranch Elementary School is ranked #403 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Meridian Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Meridian Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodmen Hills Elementary School, Peyton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Meridian Ranch Elementary School?
670 students attend Meridian Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Meridian Ranch Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Ranch Elementary School?
Meridian Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meridian Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meridian Ranch Elementary School part of?
Meridian Ranch Elementary School is part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49.
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