Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-9, North Star Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Star Academy's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be the change you wish to see in the world.
School Rankings
North Star Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Academy's ranking?
North Star Academy is ranked #114 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend North Star Academy?
520 students attend North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Star Academy students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Academy?
North Star Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Star Academy offer ?
North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is North Star Academy part of?
North Star Academy is part of North Star Academy School District.
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