Serving 794 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Middle School's student population of 794 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
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 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1142 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
54%
21%
White
22%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
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 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?
794 students attend Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Northeast Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Middle School?
Northeast Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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 Madison County School District.
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