Serving 76 students in grades 9-12, North Star High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: North Star High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cando, ND, covering approximately 651.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 24.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Star High School's student population of 76 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
76 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Productive Learning Today . . . Successful Living Tomorrow
School Rankings
North Star High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star High School's ranking?
North Star High School is ranked #151 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star High School?
The graduation rate of North Star High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend North Star High School?
76 students attend North Star High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Star High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star High School?
North Star High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does North Star High School offer ?
North Star High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Star High School part of?
North Star High School is part of North Star 10 School District.
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