Serving 1,018 students in grades Kindergarten-12, North Star Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,018 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Star Charter School's student population of 1,018 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,018 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
A culture of commitment Enabling our students to reach their full potential and discover their place in a world of possibilities.
School Rankings
North Star Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Charter School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Charter School's ranking?
North Star Charter School is ranked #16 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are North Star Charter School often compared to?
North Star Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galileo Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star Charter School?
The graduation rate of North Star Charter School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend North Star Charter School?
1,018 students attend North Star Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of North Star Charter School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Charter School?
North Star Charter School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Star Charter School offer ?
North Star Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Charter School part of?
North Star Charter School is part of North Star Charter School Inc. School District.
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