Serving 1,914 students in grades 9-12, North Star High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Star High School's student population of 1,914 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
School Rankings
North Star High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
9%
7%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star High School's ranking?
North Star High School is ranked #663 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are North Star High School often compared to?
North Star High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln East High School, Lincoln High School, Lincoln Southeast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE 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 Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Star High School?
1,914 students attend North Star High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of North Star High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star High School?
North Star High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Star High School offer ?
North Star High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star High School part of?
North Star High School is part of Lincoln School District.
School Reviews
1 2/10/2020
My experience at North Star is something I never want to experience again My life and don't want anyone else to experience in there life I don't recommend going too high school at North Star it not a good school and has never Ben a good school it has had lots of problems during my 4 years at North Star.
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