Serving 667 students in grades 9-12, Northeastern High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeastern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northeastern High School's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northeastern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeastern High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1404 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
52%
25%
White
31%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeastern High School's ranking?
Northeastern High School is ranked #1404 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northeastern High School often compared to?
Northeastern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pasquotank County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeastern High School?
The graduation rate of Northeastern High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northeastern High School?
667 students attend Northeastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northeastern High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeastern High School?
Northeastern High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northeastern High School offer ?
Northeastern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeastern High School part of?
Northeastern High School is part of Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools School District.
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