Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Shore Community School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Shore Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Shore Community School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Shore Community School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Shore Community School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Shore Community School's ranking?
North Shore Community School is ranked #313 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are North Shore Community School often compared to?
North Shore Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lester Park Elementary School, North Star Academy, Congdon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Shore Community School?
357 students attend North Shore Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Shore Community School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Shore Community School?
North Shore Community School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Shore Community School offer ?
North Shore Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is North Shore Community School part of?
North Shore Community School is part of North Shore Community School District.
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