Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Star Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Star Elementary School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#891 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
60%
50%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #891 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend North Star Elementary School?
478 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of North Star Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 16:1.
What grades does North Star Elementary School offer ?
North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is North Star Elementary School part of?
North Star Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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