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GEM PREP: MERIDIAN

📍 MERIDIAN, Idaho Charter

506

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

22:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Students per teacher

K–12

🎓 Grade Levels

13 active grades

23.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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GEM PREP: MERIDIAN, an other public school serving grades K–12 in MERIDIAN, Idaho, with 506 students and a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in MERIDIAN, Idaho, GEM PREP: MERIDIAN is a public charter school serving students from grades K–12. The school operates within the GEM PREP: MERIDIAN LLC in Ada County. With a current reported enrollment of 506 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 maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 22.0:1. While this ratio reflects a bustling campus environment, instructional teams utilize structured department leadership to ensure students receive comprehensive curricular support. 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 represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (75.1%), Hispanic (15.8%), Two or more races (4%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

Through federal and state educational initiatives, GEM PREP: MERIDIAN participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 194 students (38.3%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

506 Students reported

White 75.1%

380 enrolled students

Hispanic 15.8%

80 enrolled students

Two or more races 4%

20 enrolled students

Asian 2.2%

11 enrolled students

Black / African American 1.6%

8 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.8%

4 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.6%

3 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 506

👦 Male 52.6% (266) 👧 Female 47.4% (240)

🥗 Economic Diversity 38.3%

194 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

13 Grade Levels

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School facts

Address 2750 EAST GALA STREET, MERIDIAN, ID 83642

Phone (208) 917-9150

School district GEM PREP: MERIDIAN LLC

County Ada County

Grades K–12

Students 506 students

Student–teacher ratio 22:1

Full-time teachers 23.0

Community type Suburb: Large

Level Other

Type Charter school

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Coordinates 43.59001, -116.35992

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NCES school ID 160017901107

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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2750 EAST GALA STREET

MERIDIAN, ID 83642 Ada County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions asked by parents, students, and community members

What grades are taught at GEM PREP: MERIDIAN? +

GEM PREP: MERIDIAN serves students in grades K–12. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Idaho state educational standards.

How many students attend GEM PREP: MERIDIAN? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, GEM PREP: MERIDIAN has a total reported enrollment of 506 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at GEM PREP: MERIDIAN is 22:1, supported by approximately 23.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

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

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

Does GEM PREP: MERIDIAN participate in free or reduced-price lunch programs? +

Yes, approximately 194 students (38.3%) at GEM PREP: MERIDIAN are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch under federal National School Lunch Program guidelines.

Where is GEM PREP: MERIDIAN located? +

GEM PREP: MERIDIAN is located at 2750 EAST GALA STREET, MERIDIAN, ID 83642. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (208) 917-9150 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.