Serving 590 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Star Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Star Academy's student population of 590 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
270
School Rankings
North Star Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Academy's ranking?
North Star Academy is ranked #1227 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are North Star Academy often compared to?
North Star Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Congdon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Star Academy?
590 students attend North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of North Star Academy students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Academy?
North Star Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Star Academy offer ?
North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Academy part of?
North Star Academy is part of Duluth Public Schools Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star Academy located?
North Star Academy is located in the Duluth Heights neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in Duluth Heights.
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