Serving 145 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Star Montessori Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Star Montessori Academy's student population of 145 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
North Star Montessori Academy fosters a Montessori environment allowing the whole child the freedom and support to question, think deeply, and make connections.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
North Star Montessori Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Montessori Academy is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1979 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Montessori Academy's ranking?
North Star Montessori Academy is ranked #1979 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Star Montessori Academy often compared to?
North Star Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Ridge Elementary School, Sandy Knoll School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Star Montessori Academy?
145 students attend North Star Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of North Star Montessori Academy students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Montessori Academy?
North Star Montessori Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Star Montessori Academy offer ?
North Star Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Montessori Academy part of?
North Star Montessori Academy is part of North Star Montessori Academy School District.
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