Northeast Middle School

4904 Independence Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64124
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 557 students in grades 7-8, Northeast Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 557 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northeast Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Northeast Middle School's student population of 557 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

School Rankings

Northeast Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#2062 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6%
39%
7%
43%
3%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
40%
8%
Black
41%
15%
White
8%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northeast Middle School's ranking?
Northeast Middle School is ranked #2062 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Northeast Middle School?
557 students attend Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northeast Middle School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast Middle School?
Northeast Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northeast Middle School offer ?
Northeast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Middle School part of?
Northeast Middle School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is Northeast Middle School located?
Northeast Middle School is located in the South Indian Mound neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in South Indian Mound.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 557 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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