Northeastern High School is a public school located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, in the United States. It was founded in 1969, replacing Elizabeth City High School, P.W. Moore High School, and Central High School. Northeastern's mascot is the Eagle. Its school colors are green and gold.
Serving 658 students in grades 9-12, Northeastern High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeastern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northeastern High School's student population of 658 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
NHS is committed to preparing students to achieve success in work, further education, and citizenship.
School Rankings
Northeastern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeastern High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1651 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
59%
24%
White
23%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)70-74%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Northeastern Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeastern High School's ranking?
Northeastern High School is ranked #1651 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northeastern High School often compared to?
Northeastern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pasquotank County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeastern High School?
The graduation rate of Northeastern High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northeastern High School?
658 students attend Northeastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Northeastern High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeastern High School?
Northeastern High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northeastern High School offer ?
Northeastern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northeastern High School part of?
Northeastern High School is part of Elizabeth City-Pasquotank School District.
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