Serving 1,099 students in grades Kindergarten-12, North Star Online School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,099 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Online School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Star Online School's student population of 1,099 students has grown by 357% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,099 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
North Star Online School ranks within the top 5% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Online School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 684 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
31%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
48%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Online School's ranking?
North Star Online School is ranked #24 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are North Star Online School often compared to?
North Star Online Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nv Learning J-shs, Leadership Academy Of Nevada by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star Online School?
The graduation rate of North Star Online School is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend North Star Online School?
1,099 students attend North Star Online School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North Star Online School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does North Star Online School offer ?
North Star Online School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is North Star Online School part of?
North Star Online School is part of Washoe County School District.
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