Serving 2,242 students in grades 9-12, North Star High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Star High School's student population of 2,242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#754 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
9%
7%
White
55%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star High School's ranking?
North Star High School is ranked #754 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are North Star High School often compared to?
North Star High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School, Lincoln Southeast High School, Lincoln East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star High School?
The graduation rate of North Star High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Star High School?
2,242 students attend North Star High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of North Star High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star High School?
North Star High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Star High School offer ?
North Star High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Star High School part of?
North Star High School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 2/10/2020
My experience at North Star is something I never want to experience again My life and don't want anyone else to experience in there life I don't recommend going too high school at North Star it not a good school and has never Ben a good school it has had lots of problems during my 4 years at North Star.
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