Serving 519 students in grades 3-8, North Star Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
North Star Academy's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
12%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Academy's ranking?
North Star Academy is ranked #9 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Star Academy?
519 students attend North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of North Star Academy students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Academy?
North Star Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does North Star Academy offer ?
North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is North Star Academy part of?
North Star Academy is part of Redwood City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star Academy located?
North Star Academy is located in the Mount Carmel neighborhood of Redwood City, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Mount Carmel.
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