Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Northeast Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Middle School serves the northeast part of Jackson, TN, covering an area of approximately 125.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Middle School's student population of 804 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
804 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northeast Middle 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 Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1142 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Northeast Middle School is ranked #1142 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Northeast Middle School often compared to?
Northeast Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Prep Academy, Community Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Northeast Middle School?
804 students attend Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northeast Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
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 Madison County School District.
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