Serving 521 students in grades 9-12, North East High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North East High School serves the entire district of North East, PA, covering an area of approximately 43.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 5.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North East High School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of North East High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grape-picker
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North East High School?
The graduation rate of North East High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend North East High School?
521 students attend North East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North East High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North East High School?
North East High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North East High School offer ?
North East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North East High School part of?
North East High School is part of North East School District.
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