Serving 161 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Star Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Star Elementary School's student population of 161 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
North Star believes all children have the right to a quality education in a safe, nurturing learning environment
School Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
27%
21%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
3%
Two or more races
6%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.9%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Elementary School's ranking?
North Star Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are North Star Elementary School often compared to?
North Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peterson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend North Star Elementary School?
161 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of North Star Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Elementary School?
North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Star Elementary School offer ?
North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Star Elementary School part of?
North Star Elementary School is part of Kodiak Island Borough School District.
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