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GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH

📍 MERIDIAN, Idaho Charter

458

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

19.9:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Students per teacher

K–10

🎓 Grade Levels

11 active grades

23.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

About this school

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GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH, an other public school serving grades K–10 in MERIDIAN, Idaho, with 458 students and a student-teacher ratio of 19.9:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in MERIDIAN, Idaho, GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH is a public charter school serving students from grades K–10. The school operates within the GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH LLC in Ada County. With a current reported enrollment of 458 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 19.9:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 23.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of MERIDIAN, the student body at GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (77.9%), Hispanic (15.3%), Two or more races (4.8%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

458 Students reported

White 77.9%

357 enrolled students

Hispanic 15.3%

70 enrolled students

Two or more races 4.8%

22 enrolled students

Asian 1.5%

7 enrolled students

Black / African American 0.2%

1 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.2%

1 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 458

👦 Male 49.6% (227) 👧 Female 50.4% (231)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

11 Grade Levels

6 ★ top

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School facts

Address 1925 LAKE HAZEL ROAD, MERIDIAN, ID 83642

Phone (208) 332-6800

School district GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH LLC

County Ada County

Grades K–10

Students 458 students

Student–teacher ratio 19.9:1

Full-time teachers 23.0

Community type Rural: Fringe

Level Other

Type Charter school

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Coordinates 43.54576, -116.37103

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NCES school ID 160020101152

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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1925 LAKE HAZEL ROAD

MERIDIAN, ID 83642 Ada County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH? +

GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH serves students in grades K–10. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Idaho state educational standards.

How many students attend GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH has a total reported enrollment of 458 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH? +

The student-teacher ratio at GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH is 19.9:1, supported by approximately 23.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH a public or private school? +

GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH is a public charter school located in MERIDIAN, Idaho under the administration of the GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH LLC.

Where is GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH located? +

GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH is located at 1925 LAKE HAZEL ROAD, MERIDIAN, ID 83642. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (208) 332-6800 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.