Serving 83 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Star School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Star School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rudyard, MT, covering an expansive area of approximately 981.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 32.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Star School's student population of 83 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Star School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#275 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star School's ranking?
North Star School is ranked #275 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are North Star School often compared to?
North Star Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside School, Cottonwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend North Star School?
83 students attend North Star School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of North Star School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star School?
North Star School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Star School offer ?
North Star School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star School part of?
North Star School is part of North Star Elementary School District.
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