Serving 6,476 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 26:1 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 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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 0.31, 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.
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?
6,476 students attend North Star Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Star Academy Charter School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 26:1, 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 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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