Serving 1,684 students in grades 9-12, Northeast High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast High School serves the southeast part of Saint Petersburg, FL, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast High School's student population of 1,684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,684 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Campus Size
43 acres (170,000 m2)
School Rankings
Northeast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast High School is 0.68, 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
#2365 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
49%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast High School's ranking?
Northeast High School is ranked #2365 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Northeast High School often compared to?
Northeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Petersburg High School, Dixie M. Hollins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast High School?
The graduation rate of Northeast High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Northeast High School?
1,684 students attend Northeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Northeast High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast High School?
Northeast High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northeast High School offer ?
Northeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast High School part of?
Northeast High School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Reviews
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I really don't like the way the football team is looking this year. I was hoping you guys pick better coaches this year. Who are these people everytime I go to a game someone gets hurt really bad andnot only that they get blown completly out.(WOW)
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