Serving 529 students in grades 6-8, Northstar Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northstar Middle serves the northeast part of Eau Claire, WI, covering an area of approximately 20.4 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles, and the furthest edge located 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northstar Middle School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
529 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northstar Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northstar Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#978 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northstar Middle School's ranking?
Northstar Middle School is ranked #978 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Northstar Middle School often compared to?
Northstar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Middle School, Delong Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Northstar Middle School?
529 students attend Northstar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Northstar Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northstar Middle School?
Northstar Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northstar Middle School offer ?
Northstar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northstar Middle School part of?
Northstar Middle School is part of Eau Claire Area School District.
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