Northeast High School is a public high school in St. Petersburg, Florida. The school is part of the Pinellas County Schools district.
Serving 1,762 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 40% (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 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northeast High School's student population of 1,762 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northeast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast High School is 0.67, 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
#2296 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast High School's ranking?
Northeast High School is ranked #2296 out of 3,704 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?
40% 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 87%.
How many students attend Northeast High School?
1,762 students attend Northeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northeast High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% 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
5 10/9/2011
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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