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North Star Academy Charter School

10 Washington Place
Newark, NJ 07102
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 6,352 students in grades Kindergarten-12, North Star Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 6,352 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 82% (Btm 50% in NJ)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

North Star Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
North Star Academy Charter School's student population of 6,352 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 236 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
6,352 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
236 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
North Star Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Academy Charter School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#735 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of North Star Academy Charter School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
42%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
62%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
18%
23%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
11:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of North Star Academy Charter School and the public school average student teacher ratio of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of Asian public school students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data.
Hispanic
17%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
81%
15%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of Black public school students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
1%
39%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of White public school students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in North Star Academy Charter School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New Jersey.
0.32
This chart displays the diversity score of North Star Academy Charter School and the public school average diversity score of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
82%
85%
This chart displays graduation rate of North Star Academy Charter School and public school graduation rate of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
31%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Star Academy Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Academy Charter School's ranking?
North Star Academy Charter School is ranked #735 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are North Star Academy Charter School often compared to?
North Star Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of North Star Academy Charter School is 82%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Star Academy Charter School?
6,352 students attend North Star Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Star Academy Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Academy Charter School?
North Star Academy Charter School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Star Academy Charter School offer ?
North Star Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is North Star Academy Charter School part of?
North Star Academy Charter School is part of North Star Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star Academy Charter School located?
North Star Academy Charter School is located in the Central Ward neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Ward.

School Reviews
5   9/12/2012
North Star Academy is the best school I have ever attended. The dedication and support from the teachers and students push me to strive for my best. North Star Academy is a great school for someone who wants to make something out of their life, and attend the best college possible.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - nadre

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 6,352 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 82% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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