Serving 868 students in grades 5-8, 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Middle School's student population of 868 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
868 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
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 0.22, which is less 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
#2521 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
88%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
6%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Middle School's ranking?
Northeast Middle School is ranked #2521 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 Southern Middle School, Northwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northeast Middle School?
868 students attend Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Northeast Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 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 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northeast Middle School offer ?
Northeast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Middle School part of?
Northeast Middle School is part of Reading School District.
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