Northeast Health Science Magnet High School is a high school in Macon, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Bibb County School District. Northeast consists of the combination of former Mark Smith High School, H. S. Lasseter High School, and Peter G. Appling High School.
Serving 794 students in grades 9-12, Northeast High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast High School's student population of 794 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Colors
Black, Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northeast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast High School is 0.13, 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
#2099 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
93%
36%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bibb County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast High School's ranking?
Northeast High School is ranked #2099 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Northeast High School often compared to?
Northeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Rutland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast High School?
The graduation rate of Northeast High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northeast High School?
794 students attend Northeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northeast High School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast High School?
Northeast High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northeast High School offer ?
Northeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast High School part of?
Northeast High School is part of Bibb County School District.
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