Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Star School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
North Star School's student population of 385 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
62%
20%
Black
10%
1%
White
10%
71%
Hawaiian
11%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star School's ranking?
North Star School is ranked #959 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are North Star School often compared to?
North Star Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Backman School, Dilworth School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend North Star School?
385 students attend North Star School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of North Star School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star School?
North Star School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Star School offer ?
North Star School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is North Star School part of?
North Star School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star School located?
North Star School is located in the Westpointe neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 2 other public schools located in Westpointe.
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