Serving 594 students in grades 6-8, Northeast Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Middle serves the eastern part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 23.9 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, which extends up to 8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Middle School's student population of 594 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Northeast Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2290 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
46%
22%
Black
35%
24%
White
11%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Middle School's ranking?
Northeast Middle School is ranked #2290 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northeast Middle School?
594 students attend Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Northeast Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
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