Serving 715 students in grades 6-8, Northeast Middle 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 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast MS serves the southwest part of Bethlehem, PA, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Middle School's student population of 715 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Motto
The Northeast Middle School mission is to have all students develop as resourceful and collaborative community members.
School Rankings
Northeast Middle 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 Middle School is 0.61, 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
#2281 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
55%
16%
Black
14%
14%
White
27%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Middle School's ranking?
Northeast Middle School is ranked #2281 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northeast Middle School often compared to?
Northeast Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nitschmann Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northeast Middle School?
715 students attend Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Northeast Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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 Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northeast Middle School offer ?
Northeast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Middle School part of?
Northeast Middle School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
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