Serving 684 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Star Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Star Academy's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
684 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A culture of Excellence and respect
School Rankings
North Star Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
49%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Academy's ranking?
North Star Academy is ranked #59 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are North Star Academy often compared to?
North Star Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Challenge To Excellence Charter School, Parker Core Knowledge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend North Star Academy?
684 students attend North Star Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of North Star Academy students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Academy?
North Star Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Star Academy offer ?
North Star Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Academy part of?
North Star Academy is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
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