Serving 776 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Star Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota 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 Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Star Academy's student population of 776 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Academy is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1014 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
6%
12%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Academy's ranking?
North Star Academy is ranked #1014 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are North Star Academy often compared to?
North Star Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Congdon Elementary 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 45% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend North Star Academy?
776 students attend North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of North Star Academy students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Academy?
North Star Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Star Academy offer ?
North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is North Star Academy part of?
North Star Academy is part of Duluth Public Schools Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star Academy located?
North Star Academy is located in the Duluth Heights neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in Duluth Heights.
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