Serving 308 students in grades 5-8, North Star East MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star East MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
North Star East MiddleSchool's student population of 308 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star East MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star East MiddleSchool is 0.08, 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
#1603 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star East MiddleSchool's ranking?
North Star East MiddleSchool is ranked #1603 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Star East MiddleSchool often compared to?
North Star East MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windber Area MiddleSchool, Somerset Area Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend North Star East MiddleSchool?
308 students attend North Star East MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Star East MiddleSchool 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 East MiddleSchool?
North Star East MiddleSchool has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Star East MiddleSchool offer ?
North Star East MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star East MiddleSchool part of?
North Star East MiddleSchool is part of North Star SD School District.
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