Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Star Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Star Elementary School's student population of 507 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
84%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Elementary School's ranking?
North Star Elementary School is ranked #1036 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Star Elementary School often compared to?
North Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desertaire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Star Elementary School?
507 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Star Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Elementary School?
North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Star Elementary School offer ?
North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Star Elementary School part of?
North Star Elementary School is part of Ysleta ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star Elementary School located?
North Star Elementary School is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
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