Serving 1,335 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 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,335 students
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast High School serves the northern part of Clarksville, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 22.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, while the furthest edge of the zone is about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast High School's student population of 1,335 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,335 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
72 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
T - Treat others with respect, A - Accountable for your actions, L - Lead by example, O - Opportunities for growth, N - Never give up, S - Serve school and community with a positive attitude.
School Rankings
Northeast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 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 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
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 #1066 out of 1,728 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, Kenwood High School, Rossview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast High School?
The graduation rate of Northeast High School is 83%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Northeast High School?
1,335 students attend Northeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Northeast High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Montgomery County School District.
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