Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Star Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Star Central El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Boswell, PA, covering approximately 104.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 8.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Star Central Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
North Star Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Central Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#310 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
96%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Central Elementary School's ranking?
North Star Central Elementary School is ranked #310 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Star Central Elementary School often compared to?
North Star Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School, Windber Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend North Star Central Elementary School?
385 students attend North Star Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Star Central Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Central Elementary School?
North Star Central Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Star Central Elementary School offer ?
North Star Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is North Star Central Elementary School part of?
North Star Central Elementary School is part of North Star School District.
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