Serving 57 students in grades 9-12, North Star High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Star High School's student population of 57 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Star High School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star High School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
75%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star High School's ranking?
North Star High School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star High School?
The graduation rate of North Star High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Star High School?
57 students attend North Star High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of North Star High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star High School?
North Star High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Star High School offer ?
North Star High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star High School part of?
North Star High School is part of North Star High School District.
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