Fisher Elementary School vs Meridian Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 8.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fisher Elementary School
Lynden · Public elementary · Grades K–5
546 students
Meridian Middle School
Lynden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
350 students
| Measure | Fisher Elementary School Lynden, Washington | Meridian Middle School Lynden, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #844 of 1,154 | #174 of 363 |
| National rank | #28907 of 50,301 | #6528 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 546 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 546 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.7% | 53.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 50% |
| city | Lynden | Lynden |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meridian Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 44.5).
- •Meridian Middle School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 39%).
- •Meridian Middle School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 49%).
- •Fisher Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 53.1%).
- •Meridian Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 17.6).
- •Fisher Elementary School is the larger school with 546 students compared with 350.
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 Fisher Elementary School better than Meridian Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Meridian Middle School ranks higher (55.2 vs 44.5 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 Fisher Elementary School and Meridian Middle School?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Lynden and Lynden in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fisher Elementary School: 546. Meridian Middle School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fisher Elementary School and Meridian Middle School rank in Washington?
Fisher Elementary School is 844th of 1,154 and Meridian Middle School is 174th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).