Serving 113 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Star School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Star School's student population of 113 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star School's ranking?
North Star School is ranked #261 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are North Star School often compared to?
North Star Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood School, Sunnyside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend North Star School?
113 students attend North Star School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Star School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Star School offer ?
North Star School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is North Star School part of?
North Star School is part of North Star Elementary School District.
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