| Metric | Meridian Joint School District 2 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 12,259 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 61 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $7,500/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↓ 45% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Joint School District 2 (this district) | 10/10 | 90th | 12,259 |
| West Ada School District | 10/10 | 90th | 40,000 |
| Boise School District | 8/10 | 76th | 22,809 |
| Coeur d'Alene School District | 9/10 | 83rd | 10,107 |
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Ranked against 108 rated districts in ID → → 9/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
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- EAGLE HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1765 students
- EAGLE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 836 students
- EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 389 students
- McMillan Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 241 students
- SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY — Grades PK–5 · 370 students
- LAKE HAZEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 328 students
- CHRISTINE DONNELL SCHOOL OF THE ARTS — Grades K–5 · 464 students
- LOWELL SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 773 students
- MARY MCPHERSON ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 494 students
- MERIDIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 960 students
- MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 468 students
- MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1774 students
- STAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 727 students
- USTICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 389 students
- EAGLE ACADEMY — Grades 9–12 · 160 students
- CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 377 students
- ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY — Grades PK–5 · 610 students
- CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 545 students
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- SEVEN OAKS ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 534 students
- CROSSROADS MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 124 students
- EAGLE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 363 students
- FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 263 students
- LAKE HAZEL MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 986 students
- BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY — Grades K–5 · 438 students
- SILVER SAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 250 students
- CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1743 students
- MERIDIAN ACADEMY — Grades 9–12 · 182 students
- CHIEF JOSEPH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS — Grades PK–5 · 505 students
- FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 718 students
- IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 702 students
- HAWTHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 612 students
- ALAMEDA MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 572 students
- HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,456 students
- POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,281 students
- CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,068 students
- NEW HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 119 students
- PORTNEUF VALLEY TECHNICAL AND CAREER CENTER — Grades 9–12
- LINCOLN PRESCHOOL CENTER — Grades PK–6 · 153 students
- POCATELLO JUVENILE DETENTION — Grades 1–12 · 9 students
- KINPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL
About Meridian Joint School District 2
Meridian Joint School District 2 is the public school district assigned to zip code 83616 in Eagle, Idaho. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 83616. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Meridian Joint School District 2 reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $7,500 per year, placing it near the Idaho state average of approximately $7,500 and significantly below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts with constrained budgets face challenges with class sizes, program breadth, and facility upkeep. Ask specifically about available services when enrolling. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 61 schools, Meridian Joint School District 2 operates as a very large district serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 39,496 students in total. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
Meridian Joint School District 2 has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 10/10, placing it in the top-tier tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Idaho is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Meridian Joint School District 2 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Idaho on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 83616 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 83616
Children in zip code 83616 are assigned to Meridian Joint School District 2 for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 83616, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Meridian Joint School District 2 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Idaho districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Eagle
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Meridian Joint School District 2 serves zip code 83616, homes in and around zip code 83616 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Idaho, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Meridian Joint School District 2 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 83616.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Meridian Joint School District 2 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 83616 data.