Meridian High School vs Southeast Lauderdale High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meridian High School
Meridian · Public high · Grades 9–13
1,253 students
Southeast Lauderdale High School
Meridian · Public high · Grades 9–13
367 students
| Measure | Meridian High School Meridian, Mississippi | Southeast Lauderdale High School Meridian, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #161 of 197 | #77 of 197 |
| National rank | #15413 of 16,910 | #10265 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 1,253 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 1,253 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| city | Meridian | Meridian |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southeast Lauderdale High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 19.1).
- •Southeast Lauderdale High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Southeast Lauderdale High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •Southeast Lauderdale High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 99.8%).
- •Meridian High School is the larger school with 1,253 students compared with 367.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Meridian High School better than Southeast Lauderdale High School?
On the Success Index (US), Southeast Lauderdale High School ranks higher (42.8 vs 19.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Meridian High School and Southeast Lauderdale High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Meridian and Meridian in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meridian High School: 1,253. Southeast Lauderdale High School: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meridian High School and Southeast Lauderdale High School rank in Mississippi?
Meridian High School is 161st of 197 and Southeast Lauderdale High School is 77th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).