Serving 1,572 students in grades 9-12, Northeast High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northeast High School's student population of 1,572 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northeast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1040 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
13%
Black
33%
21%
White
36%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast High School's ranking?
Northeast High School is ranked #1040 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Northeast High School often compared to?
Northeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest High School, Rossview High School, Kenwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast High School?
The graduation rate of Northeast High School is 91%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Northeast High School?
1,572 students attend Northeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Northeast High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast High School?
Northeast High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northeast High School offer ?
Northeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northeast High School part of?
Northeast High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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