Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, North Star Montessori Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Star Montessori Academy's student population of 233 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star Montessori Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Montessori Academy is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2265 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Montessori Academy's ranking?
North Star Montessori Academy is ranked #2265 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Star Montessori Academy often compared to?
North Star Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Ridge Elementary School, Sandy Knoll School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star Montessori Academy?
The graduation rate of North Star Montessori Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Star Montessori Academy?
233 students attend North Star Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Star Montessori Academy students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Montessori Academy?
North Star Montessori Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Star Montessori Academy offer ?
North Star Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is North Star Montessori Academy part of?
North Star Montessori Academy is part of North Star Montessori Academy School District.
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