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North East School District

Nurture Minds, Empower Futures

Welcome Message

Welcome to the North East School District!

Welcome to the North East School District! On behalf of the North East School District, I’d like to warmly welcome you to our school community. Our district proudly serves approximately 1,435 students across three schools: North East Elementary School, North East Middle School, and North East High School. Together, these schools form the heart of our community—one deeply rooted in tradition, academic excellence, and local pride. Our mascot, the “Grape-Picker,” uniquely symbolizes the region’s rich agricultural heritage and strong community ties. We are proud of our district’s long-standing traditions in academics, athletics, and the arts. North East Elementary School is ranked in U.S. News & World Report as a top U.S. elementary school and ranks in the top 19% of elementary schools in Pennsylvania. North East Middle School was also ranked as a U.S. News & World Report top middle school and ranks in the top 8% of Pennsylvania Middle Schools. The High School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education and is ranked in the top 18% of Pennsylvania High Schools. Our graduates consistently receive over $325,000 in scholarships annually through their commitment to hard work, academics, and volunteerism. “Picker Pride” defines our commitment to integrity, class, and character. Our students excel across various academic competitions, regularly medaling in PJAS, Science Olympics, Robotics, and Envirothon. They also participate in a wide range of extracurriculars, including our highly successful marching band, which has claimed the LMBA championship 13 times. In the performing arts, our students shine through musicals, plays, dance teams, and art shows. Our athletics programs continue to represent the district with pride, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit in PIAA, intramural, and recreational leagues, serving students from age 4 through 18. Our community plays an essential role in supporting our schools. The downtown area of North East features many locally owned and unique shops, while the town’s parks foster a sense of belonging and togetherness. We value strong partnerships with North East Borough and North East Township, which together serve about 11,000 residents in the heart of grape country. Though classified as an agricultural community, thanks to our many grape vineyards and cherry orchards, North East is also home to several manufacturing companies, including Welch Foods, Electric Materials Company, Ridg-U-Rak, Bay Valley Foods, and Better Baked Foods. We are especially grateful for the support of our local police and fire departments, who work tirelessly to keep our schools and neighborhoods safe. Organizations like 4-NINE (For Neighbors in North East) further embody our community spirit by partnering with our district to support families and programs in need. We are incredibly proud of our students, staff, and supportive community, and we look forward to working together to ensure we Nurture Minds and Empower Futures. Go Pickers!