North Star West Elementary School serves 224 students in grades 3-5.
Minority enrollment was 2% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
98%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend North Star West Elementary School?
224 students attend North Star West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of North Star West Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does North Star West Elementary School offer ?
North Star West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is North Star West Elementary School part of?
North Star West Elementary School is part of North Star School District.
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