North Star High School is a public High School, located in northern Somerset County, and is named after the former North Star Way that travels through the district. North Star is a merger of the Jenner-Boswell and Forbes School District in 1969.
Serving 327 students in grades 9-12, North Star High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Star High School's student population of 327 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Memories Abound
School Rankings
North Star High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star High School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1706 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star High School's ranking?
North Star High School is ranked #1706 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Star High School often compared to?
North Star High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School, Somerset Area Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star High School?
The graduation rate of North Star High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Star High School?
327 students attend North Star High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Star High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star High School?
North Star High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Star High School offer ?
North Star High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Star High School part of?
North Star High School is part of North Star School District.
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