Serving 605 students in grades 9-13, Northeast High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northeast High School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Motto
“Trojan Pride is the Best Pride”
School Rankings
Northeast High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#299 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
57%
45%
White
34%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast High School's ranking?
Northeast High School is ranked #299 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northeast High School often compared to?
Northeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meridian High School, West Lauderdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast High School?
The graduation rate of Northeast High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northeast High School?
605 students attend Northeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Northeast High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast High School?
Northeast High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northeast High School offer ?
Northeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast High School part of?
Northeast High School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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