academics

Distinguished Scholars: Excellence and Service

Education is more than instruction—it's orientation. At Meridian Charter School, we help students develop the clarity and confidence to navigate an increasingly complex world. Our Distinguished Scholars program recognizes students who embody this philosophy by combining academic excellence with meaningful community service, demonstrating that intellectual development and civic responsibility are inseparable aspects of complete education.

Upper School: Preparing for College and Beyond

Education is more than instruction—it's orientation. At Meridian Charter School, we help students develop the clarity and confidence to navigate an increasingly complex world. Our Upper School program serves students in grades 9-12, offering rigorous academics, diverse electives, college preparation, and opportunities for leadership and independent work that prepare students for success in college and meaningful lives beyond.

Middle School: Developing Independence

Education is more than instruction—it's orientation. At Meridian Charter School, we help students develop the clarity and confidence to navigate an increasingly complex world. Our Middle School program serves students in grades 6-8, focusing on intellectual development, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of independence and agency during these critical adolescent years.

Lower School: Building Strong Foundations

Education is more than instruction—it's orientation. At Meridian Charter School, we help students develop the clarity and confidence to navigate an increasingly complex world. Our Lower School program serves students in grades 6-8, providing a nurturing environment where young adolescents build academic skills, develop social-emotional competencies, and begin discovering their passions and strengths.

Education is more than instruction—it's orientation. At Meridian Charter School, we help students develop the clarity and confidence to navigate an increasingly complex world. Our approach combines intellectual rigor with context and reflection. Students don't just absorb information—they learn to question it, connect it, and apply it to the challenges that matter to them and their communities. Our why meridian program embodies our commitment to purposeful learning and intellectual independence. Meridian serves 400 students in grades 6-12 at our Portland campus.