Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Star Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Star Elementary serves the northeast part of Graham, WA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Star Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#580 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Elementary School's ranking?
North Star Elementary School is ranked #580 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Star Elementary School often compared to?
North Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chester H Thompson Elementary School, Graham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Star Elementary School?
446 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of North Star Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Elementary School?
North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Star Elementary School offer ?
North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Elementary School part of?
North Star Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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