Below Average
#1970 of 2,221 schools in MO
Northeast Middle School
Middle School · KANSAS CITY 33
4904 INDEPENDENCE AVENUE, Kansas City, MO 64124
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,970 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#129 of 147
public schools
In district
#27 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
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About Northeast Middle School
Northeast Middle School is a public middle school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Northeast Middle School serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Northeast Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,970 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Northeast Middle School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Northeast Middle School 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.
63% of students at Northeast Middle School 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 Middle School — Students at Northeast Middle School score 7% 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 22 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.8/10.
How Northeast Middle School Compares
See how Northeast Middle School 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
4904 INDEPENDENCE AVENUE, Kansas City, MO 64124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northeast Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FRONTIER SCHL OF INNOVATION-M (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHEAST HIGH Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| TRAILWOODS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| 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 | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| FRONTIER SCHOOL OF INNOVATION Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 4.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs, MO | 4.2 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 4.3 |
| KELLY A BURLISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredericktown, MO | 4.3 |
| UNION MIDDLE Union, MO | 4.1 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph, MO | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northeast Middle School
What grades does Northeast Middle School serve?
Northeast Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Northeast Middle School?
Northeast Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northeast Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northeast Middle School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northeast Middle School rank in MO?
Northeast Middle School ranks #1,970 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Northeast Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northeast Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northeast Middle School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Northeast Middle School a charter school?
No, Northeast Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northeast Middle School a Title I school?
No, Northeast Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northeast Middle School?
100.0% of students at Northeast Middle School 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 557
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.8%
- Phone
- (816) 418-3400
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #27 of 31
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