Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Northeast Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Middle serves the north part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Middle School's student population of 541 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 123% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Northeast Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Middle School is 0.79, 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
#1489 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
20%
12%
Black
29%
12%
White
28%
60%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Middle School's ranking?
Northeast Middle School is ranked #1489 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northeast Middle School often compared to?
Northeast Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Anthony Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Northeast Middle School?
541 students attend Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Northeast Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Middle School?
Northeast Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota 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 Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Northeast Middle School located?
Northeast Middle School is located in the Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Northeast Minneapolis.
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