Serving 6,476 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 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). 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 26:1 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 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 6,476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Star Academy Charter School's student population of 6,476 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 250 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6,476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
250 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Star Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Academy Charter School is 0.31, 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
#735 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
82%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Academy Charter School's ranking?
North Star Academy Charter School is ranked #735 out of 2,201 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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 82%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Star Academy Charter School?
6,476 students attend North Star Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Star Academy Charter School students are Black, 15% 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 26:1, 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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