Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Star School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Star School's student population of 336 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Star School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#918 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
64%
21%
Black
7%
1%
White
9%
69%
Hawaiian
12%
2%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star School's ranking?
North Star School is ranked #918 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are North Star School often compared to?
North Star Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Backman School, Dilworth School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend North Star School?
336 students attend North Star School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of North Star School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star School?
North Star School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Star School offer ?
North Star School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is North Star School part of?
North Star School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star School located?
North Star School is located in the Westpointe neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 2 other public schools located in Westpointe.
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