Serving 520 students in grades 5-8, Northeast Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Lauderdale Middle School serves the northeast part of Meridian, MS, covering an area of approximately 193.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 17.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Middle School's student population of 520 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Motto
We will educate all students so they can become competent contributing members of society.
School Rankings
Northeast Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#531 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
29%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Middle School's ranking?
Northeast Middle School is ranked #531 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northeast Middle School often compared to?
Northeast Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lauderdale Middle School, Northeast Elementary School, Southeast Middle 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% MS state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Northeast Middle School?
520 students attend Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Northeast Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Middle School?
Northeast Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northeast Middle School offer ?
Northeast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Middle School part of?
Northeast Middle School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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