Mead Senior High School

I am a freshman this year. My year has been pretty good so far. the teachers are nice and try to help you. also i wanted to change some of my classes and my consuler helped me with that. i feel included at school, mostly everyone is nice to me
--Submitted by a student

I do not enjoy going to mead. They took away shop and are adding more difficult technology/computer based classes, and not every student that goes to mead is cut out for that kind of course. They have a good education if you are a genius, but for the kids that don't do to well in advanced class it is really hard. My other siblings agree with me, mead is more of a private school rather than a public school. But hey if you are really smart and can handle the classes you will do great there! It is also a very "clicky" school. I am not saying it is terrible, but i feel there is better schools out there.
--Submitted by a student

I think that Mead is an awesome High School! I will be a sophmore this fall and I am so excited! I am in the jazz band, marching band, and concert band programs and they are all amazing! The principal is very nice and respects everyone. The academics are wonderful, and I wouldn't switch with any other High School in the area. -Kendra (K-Kay)
--Submitted by a student

Our eldest has thrived here, taking great advantage of the rich academic and activities programs, and we've found the faculty to be very dedicated. The principal, Ken Russell, has a rare combination of disciplined focus and extroverted cheerleading, which seems to serve the school well. The greater Mead district is the longtime leader in Spokane, run by a very competent board and staff. Parents are quite involved.
--Submitted by a parent

As long as the child wishes to learn, Mead is a wonderful school. The teachers, especially those in the Honors/AP Program, encourage the students to succeed and are always willing to help. The only reason why I rated it 4 instead of 5 is due to a certain 'cliqueness' that occurs when people have been in the Mead district their whole lives. For me, a student who moved here from Seattle, it was very difficult to make friends with those who had lived in North Spokane their entire lives and whose parents had graduated from Mead as well. However, after joining the drama club (which is quite fantastic, perfect for the shy kid who wants to find his or her place in the world) and taking Honors classes, I made some great friends. Unfortunately, the school has no IB program, which also hurt its score.
--Submitted by a student

All three of my kids graduated from Mead and two of three were involved in school based activities. All three were high academic achievers, especially in math and science. One earned a National Merit Finalist award and free 4 yr scholarship. Despite my encouragement, this did not prepare them for life after high school nor did it motivate them to pursue successful careers. The most successful is the one that was the least involved in H.S.. The school has too many liberal teachers who promote the big idea - do gooder attitude. Save the poor! Join a service organaization and travel the world! They should be directing these kids to go to college and join the real world first. They don't!
--Submitted by a parent

I have taught in California and Washington. Of the 3 schools that I have taught at Mead High School is superior. The student body is phenomenal, the parents are supportive, and, for me, my colleagues and administration are enthusiastic about what they do. This is a school I look forward to going to every day.
--Submitted by a teacher

The nationally recognized Mead Senior High School... what is there to say? Test scores are great, students are excelling academically and extracellularly, and students are leaving this school with more than enough knowledge and preparation to enter further education. Teachers are well educated and are enthusiastic to teach these children. In fact, my son's chemistry teacher actually contacts chemistry professors from WSU to ensure that students are leaving with the understanding to be able to enter chemistry in college, skipping the chem 100 and 101 classes. The music programs are top notch, and the sports teams are nationally recognized. Administration connects well with the parents and students and the councilors are fantastic. Mead High really does live up to its name in that Mead offers a student-centered and student-friendly atmosphere where success is encouraged, expected, and attained.
--Submitted by a parent

Mead High School came very high recommended, but we have found the overall school experience to be below average, as far as teacher/coaches support and encouragement of all the students that are either in their class or sports team. The adminstration has been non-responsive in attempting to openly discuss our concerns and frustrations
--Submitted by a parent

My husband and his 7 siblings all graduated from here. We are continuing the legacy with our own four children attending (or soon to be attending) Mead. The academics are challenging and the students graduate well prepared for college. The sports, music, drama and art departments are outstanding. The are a host of extracurricular clubs/activities that offer a wide variety of opportunities for student participation. There is truly something for everyone here and the adminstration and faculty are tops. There is a real sense of community at this school that is fostered from the principal on down. We feel very fortunate to live in this school district.
--Submitted by a parent