Serving 894 students in grades 5-8, Northeast Intrmd School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 894 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Intermediate School serves the northern part of Scranton, PA, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance from the school reaching up to 4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Intrmd School's student population of 894 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
894 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northeast Intrmd School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Intrmd School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2432 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
3%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Intrmd School's ranking?
Northeast Intrmd School is ranked #2432 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northeast Intrmd School?
894 students attend Northeast Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northeast Intrmd School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Intrmd School?
Northeast Intrmd School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northeast Intrmd School offer ?
Northeast Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northeast Intrmd School part of?
Northeast Intrmd School is part of Scranton School District.
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