Needs Improvement
#2062 of 2,221 schools in MO
Northeast High
High School · KANSAS CITY 33
415 S VAN BRUNT, Kansas City, MO 64124
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,062 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#134 of 147
public schools
In district
#28 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
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About Northeast High
Northeast High is a public high school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Northeast High serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Northeast High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,062 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Northeast High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Northeast High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
74% of students at Northeast High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Northeast High — Students at Northeast High score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Northeast High Compares
See how Northeast High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
415 S VAN BRUNT, Kansas City, MO 64124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northeast High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| TRAILWOODS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| SCUOLA VITA NUOVA CHARTER Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF INNOVATION-M Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| FRONTIER SCHOOL OF INNOVATION Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,384
Median Home Value
$109,400
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
10,924
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENTON HIGH St. Joseph, MO | 3.8 |
| NEVADA HIGH Nevada, MO | 3.8 |
| NORMANDY HIGH St. Louis, MO | 3.8 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
| HARRISONVILLE HIGH Harrisonville, MO | 3.7 |
| RICHMOND HIGH Richmond, MO | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northeast High
What grades does Northeast High serve?
Northeast High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Northeast High?
Northeast High has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northeast High?
The student-teacher ratio at Northeast High is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northeast High rank in MO?
Northeast High ranks #2,062 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Northeast High's MySchoolScout rating?
Northeast High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Northeast High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northeast High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Northeast High a charter school?
No, Northeast High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northeast High a Title I school?
No, Northeast High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northeast High?
100.0% of students at Northeast High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 697
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.3%
- Phone
- (816) 418-3300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #28 of 31
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