Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Star Of The North Academy Charter S ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Of The North Academy Charter S ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Star Of The North Academy Charter S's student population of 180 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Star Of The North Academy Charter S ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Of The North Academy Charter S is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1354 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
48%
12%
White
32%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Of The North Academy Charter S's ranking?
Star Of The North Academy Charter S is ranked #1354 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Star Of The North Academy Charter S often compared to?
Star Of The North Academy Charter Sis often viewed alongside schools like Coon Rapids Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Star Of The North Academy Charter S?
180 students attend Star Of The North Academy Charter S.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Star Of The North Academy Charter S students are Black, 32% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star Of The North Academy Charter S?
Star Of The North Academy Charter S has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Star Of The North Academy Charter S offer ?
Star Of The North Academy Charter S offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Star Of The North Academy Charter S part of?
Star Of The North Academy Charter S is part of Star Of The North Academy Charter S School District.
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