Serving 194 students in grades 5-8, Kipp North Star Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp North Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp North Star Academy's student population of 194 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp North Star Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp North Star Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1845 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
89%
12%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp North Star Academy's ranking?
Kipp North Star Academy is ranked #1845 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kipp North Star Academy?
194 students attend Kipp North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kipp North Star Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp North Star Academy?
Kipp North Star Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp North Star Academy offer ?
Kipp North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp North Star Academy part of?
Kipp North Star Academy is part of KIPP Minnesota Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp North Star Academy located?
Kipp North Star Academy is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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