Serving 272 students in grades 5-8, North Star East Middle School 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 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Star East MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Stoystown, PA, covering approximately 104.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Star East Middle School's student population of 272 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
272 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Star East Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star East Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1821 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star East Middle School's ranking?
North Star East Middle School is ranked #1821 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Star East Middle School often compared to?
North Star East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windber Area Middle School, Somerset Area Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend North Star East Middle School?
272 students attend North Star East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of North Star East Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star East Middle School?
North Star East Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Star East Middle School offer ?
North Star East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Star East Middle School part of?
North Star East Middle School is part of North Star School District.
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