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.
A modern public charter school where students develop clarity, purpose, and intellectual independence.
Learning With Direction
Meridian serves 400 students in grades 6-12 at our Portland campus. We are a tuition-free public charter school open to all students through an equitable lottery system.
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 Values
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.
Clarity Over Noise
We cut through the overwhelm. Students learn to distinguish signal from noise, to focus on what's essential, and to communicate with precision.
Purposeful Learning
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Community Connection
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Project-Based Assessment
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At a Glance
A modern public charter school where students develop clarity, purpose, and intellectual independence
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College Acceptance Rate
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Our Founding
Meridian was founded by a group of educators, parents, and community members who believed Portland needed a different kind of public school—one that balanced academic rigor with purpose and reflection.
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Event Calendar
All Upcoming EventsFall Admissions Open House
Campus tours and information sessions for prospective families.
9:00am - 1:00pm
Welcome Center & Campus Tour
Parent-Teacher Conference Day
Scheduled conferences for all families to meet with teachers.
All day
Individual Classrooms
Annual Fundraising Gala
Premier fundraising event with dinner, dancing, and silent auction.
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Grand Ballroom, Downtown Convention Center
Winter Arts Showcase
Student artwork display and opening reception for all grades.
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Hall Gallery
News & Updates
All NewsTechnology Integration Enhances Learning Across Curriculum
New technology integration program provides student devices while maintaining strong focus on discussion-based, student-centered learning.
Meridian Students Shine at Regional Science Fair
Three Meridian students won gold medals at Regional Science Fair, advancing to state competition with innovative projects.
Middle School Debate Team Captures Regional Championship
Middle school debate team won Regional Championship, with eighth-graders taking first place and advancing to state.
Students Launch Campus Sustainability Initiative
Student-led Green Team reduced campus waste by 40% through new recycling programs and energy-efficient building upgrades.