Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp North Star Primary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp North Star Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp North Star Primary's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp North Star Primary 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 Primary is 0.17, 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
#1852 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
91%
12%
White
1%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Primary's ranking?
Kipp North Star Primary is ranked #1852 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kipp North Star Primary?
193 students attend Kipp North Star Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kipp North Star Primary students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Kipp North Star Primary offer ?
Kipp North Star Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp North Star Primary part of?
Kipp North Star Primary is part of KIPP Minnesota Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp North Star Primary located?
Kipp North Star Primary is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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