Serving 39 students in grades 9-12, North Star Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
North Star Academy's student population of 39 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Star Academy is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star Academy?
The graduation rate of North Star Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Star Academy?
39 students attend North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Star Academy students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Academy?
North Star Academy has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Star Academy offer ?
North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Academy part of?
North Star Academy is part of Cameron School District.
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