North Star Elementary School serves 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Star Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Star Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend North Star Elementary School?
467 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Star Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Elementary School?
North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Star Elementary School offer ?
North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Star Elementary School part of?
North Star Elementary School is part of White Bear Lake School District.
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