Serving 232 students in grades 6-8, Montford North Star Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montford North Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Montford North Star Academy's student population of 232 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montford North Star Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montford North Star Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
19%
25%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montford North Star Academy's ranking?
Montford North Star Academy is ranked #1115 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Montford North Star Academy often compared to?
Montford North Star Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Asheville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Montford North Star Academy?
232 students attend Montford North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montford North Star Academy students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montford North Star Academy?
Montford North Star Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montford North Star Academy offer ?
Montford North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Montford North Star Academy part of?
Montford North Star Academy is part of Asheville City Schools School District.
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