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The Meridian School

4649 Sunnyside Avenue N, Seattle, WA, 98103-0981 -

School Notes Overview:

The Meridian School is an independent Kindergarten through fifth grade school. The Meridian School combines a rich academic curriculum where the core subjects of language arts, mathematics, science and social studies are woven together and taught in the context of thematic studies. Dedicated teachers care about our students, encourage self-expression, and enjoy sharing multiple approaches to academic excellence. Classroom lessons are enhanced by field trips, as well as instruction in Spanish, music, physical education, library skills, and computer science. The Meridian School promotes a balance of mind and heart, of contemplation and action, of individuality and a commitment to the community. ...

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School Overview:

	The Meridian School
School Membership(s)	National Association of Independent Schools Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Kindergarten - 5
Year Founded	1976
County	King County, WA
Student Body
Total Students	188 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(WA) School Avg.
% Students of Color	13%	21%
Students by Grade
	Kind - 32 students
	Grade 1 - 32 students
	Grade 2 - 32 students
	Grade 3 - 32 students
	Grade 4 - 31 students
	Grade 5 - 29 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	16 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	75%
Average Class Size	16
Classroom dress code	Casual
	This School	(WA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:10	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost	$15,100
Tuition Notes	Financial Aid available. See our website for details.
% on Financial Aid	17%
Average Financial Aid Grant	$8,000
Head of School	Ron Waldman
Admissions Director	Ted Holmes
Admissions Associate	Reagan Jackson

School Notes:

The Meridian School is an independent Kindergarten through fifth grade school. The Meridian School combines a rich academic curriculum where the core subjects of language arts, mathematics, science and social studies are woven together and taught in the context of thematic studies. Dedicated teachers care about our students, encourage self-expression, and enjoy sharing multiple approaches to academic excellence. Classroom lessons are enhanced by field trips, as well as instruction in Spanish, music, physical education, library skills, and computer science. The Meridian School promotes a balance of mind and heart, of contemplation and action, of individuality and a commitment to the community.
Profile last updated: 12/01/2008

In the News:

Mail and Commentary (Boise Weekly)
posted on September 16, 2009 at 02:57:07 pm
School District Bullies I am sadly disappointed with the Meridian School District's decision to be bullied by a loud minority of parents into disallowing a vast majority of students the opportunity to hear the president of the United States speak directly to them. The district policy on bullying includes in its definition: "Bullying means any intentional gesture or any intentional written ...
PREP NOTEBOOK: Meridian wrestling opts for Co-Op (The Bellingham Herald)
posted on June 21, 2009 at 05:55:30 am
Wrestlers at Meridian High School will have to drive to Lynden next year if they want to compete as

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (98103)	School Zip (98103)	(WA) State Average
Population (Approximate)	41,971 people	5,855,424 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	68%	29%
Population Average Age	34 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.0 persons	2.4 persons
Median Household Income	$49,044	$49,081
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	4.4 rooms	5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	65 years old	38 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	44% / 56%	62% / 38%