Serving 6,714 students in grades Kindergarten-12, North Star Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 6,714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Star Academy Charter School's student population of 6,714 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 190 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6,714 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
190 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
'Joy and Rigor in Learning'
School Rankings
North Star Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Academy Charter School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#693 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
81%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
37%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Academy Charter School's ranking?
North Star Academy Charter School is ranked #693 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are North Star Academy Charter School often compared to?
North Star Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of North Star Academy Charter School is 88%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend North Star Academy Charter School?
6,714 students attend North Star Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Star Academy Charter School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Academy Charter School?
North Star Academy Charter School has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Star Academy Charter School offer ?
North Star Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Academy Charter School part of?
North Star Academy Charter School is part of North Star Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star Academy Charter School located?
North Star Academy Charter School is located in the Central Ward neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Ward.
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