Serving 48 students in grades 9-12, North Star High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Star High School's student population of 48 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star High School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star High School's ranking?
North Star High School is ranked #180 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star High School?
The graduation rate of North Star High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Star High School?
48 students attend North Star High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of North Star High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star High School?
North Star High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Star High School offer ?
North Star High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star High School part of?
North Star High School is part of North Star Hs School District.
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