NorthStar Community Charter School

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NorthStar Community Charter School ranks 235 th of 641 Wisconsin middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Summary:

NorthStar Community Charter School is a public charter middle school located in Minong, Wisconsin, serving grades 4-8 with a total enrollment of 23 students. This small school has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance, outpacing the nearby Northwood School District and the state of Wisconsin in key metrics.

NorthStar's academic excellence is a standout feature, with high proficiency rates on the Forward Exam across various subjects and grade levels. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students significantly outperformed the district and state in English Language Arts, while 6th and 8th-graders also excelled in Mathematics. Additionally, NorthStar's 8th-grade students outshone their peers in Social Studies and Science. This consistent academic achievement has earned the school a ranking among the top middle schools in Wisconsin, reaching as high as 27th out of 609 in the 2015-2016 school year.

Beyond academics, NorthStar Community Charter School stands out for its low dropout rate of 0% over the past five years, significantly lower than the state average. The school's chronic absenteeism rate has also remained lower than the nearby Hayward Middle School, which had a rate of 25.4% in 2022-2023. While NorthStar's statewide ranking has declined in recent years, the school's small size, low student-teacher ratio, and higher per-student spending may be contributing factors to its continued success. As the school navigates potential shifts in its student demographics, it remains a high-performing option for families in the Minong area.

Detail:

Public, Charter 4-8

N14463 Highway 53
Minong, WI 54859-9483

(715) 466-2297

District: Northwood School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
235^th of 641 Wisconsin Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $16,696

Student/teacher ratio: 11.2

Number of students: 23

Racial breakdown:

White:

95.7%

American Indian:

4.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 13%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details NorthStar Community Charter School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 35.52. (See more...)

Compare Details NorthStar Community Charter School ranks better than 63.3% of middle schools in Wisconsin. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 63. (See more...)

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (95.7%), American Indian (4.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 13% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at NorthStar Community Charter School is 11.2. (See more...)

Compare NorthStar Community Charter School employs 2 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at NorthStar Community Charter School is $16,696.

Schooldigger Rankings:

NorthStar Community Charter School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks NorthStar Community Charter School 235^th of 641 Wisconsin public middle schools. (See NorthStar Community Charter School in the ranking list.)

Northwood School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Northwood School District 335^th of 428 Wisconsin school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for NorthStar Community Charter School

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Rank History for all elementary school students at NorthStar Community Charter School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WI State Percentile
2016	68.90	308^th	1075	71.3%
2019	38.58	722^nd	1037	30.4%
2022	53.11	554^th	1067	48.1%
2023	35.52	769^th	1067	27.9%

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Rank History for elementary school White students at NorthStar Community Charter School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WI State Percentile
2019	21.06	623^rd	718	13.2%
2022	36.11	488^th	704	30.7%
2023	17.44	642^nd	715	10.2%

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Data source: test scores: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for NorthStar Community Charter School

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Rank History for all middle school students at NorthStar Community Charter School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	WI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2016	89.78	27^th	609	95.6%
2024	63.00	235^th	641	63.3%

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Rank History for middle school White students at NorthStar Community Charter School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	WI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	35.39	279^th	407	31.4%

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Data source: test scores: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for NorthStar Community Charter School

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Year	White	African American	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2012	18	0	0	0	0	18
2013	26	1	0	0	0	27
2014	24	1	0	0	0	25
2015	26	1	1	0	0	28
2016	28	1	1	0	0	30
2017	20	0	1	0	0	21
2018	17	0	1	0	1	19
2019	19	0	1	0	0	20
2020	20	0	0	1	1	22
2021	19	0	1	1	1	22
2022	22	0	0	1	0	23
2023	22	0	0	1	0	23

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at NorthStar Community Charter School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2012	18	1.9	9.3	44.4
2013	27	2.7	9.7	33.3
2014	25	2.2	10.9	24
2015	28	n/a	n/a	35.7
2016	30	2.0	15.0	36.7
2017	21	2.0	10.5	28.6
2018	19	1.8	10.2	31.6
2019	20	2.0	9.6	35
2020	22	2.1	10.2	45.5
2021	22	2.0	10.7	36.4
2022	23	2.0	11.2	13
2023	23	2.0	11.2	13

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio NorthStar Community Charter School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2012	18	1.9	9.3	44.4
2013	27	2.7	9.7	33.3
2014	25	2.2	10.9	24
2015	28	n/a	n/a	35.7
2016	30	2.0	15.0	36.7
2017	21	2.0	10.5	28.6
2018	19	1.8	10.2	31.6
2019	20	2.0	9.6	35
2020	22	2.1	10.2	45.5
2021	22	2.0	10.7	36.4
2022	23	2.0	11.2	13
2023	23	2.0	11.2	13

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for NorthStar Community Charter School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$408 (2.3%)	$17,399 (97.7%)	$17,807
2020	$99 (0.6%)	$16,373 (99.4%)	$16,472
2021	$810 (4.9%)	$15,887 (95.2%)	$16,696

Data source: Wisconsin Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on NorthStar Community Charter School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 722^nd of 1037 Elementary schools	Ranks 769^th of 1067 Elementary schools	2.4%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
4th Grade English Language Arts (NorthStar Community Charter School)	42.9	50	7.1%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Northwood School District)	20.8	39.1	18.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)	43.9	42.5	1.4%
4th Grade Mathematics (NorthStar Community Charter School)	28.6	50	21.4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Northwood School District)	29.2	17.4	11.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)	46.2	45	1.3%
4th Grade Social Studies (NorthStar Community Charter School)	42.9	66.7	23.8%
4th Grade Social Studies (Northwood School District)	25	47.8	22.8%
4th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin)	53.4	59.7	6.4%
4th Grade Science (NorthStar Community Charter School)	57.1	66.7	9.5%
4th Grade Science (Northwood School District)	41.7	43.5	1.8%
4th Grade Science (Wisconsin)	53.9	51.9	2%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	20	23	15%
African American	0	0
American Indian	0	1
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	1	0	100%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	19	22	15.8%
Two or More Races	0	0
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	35%	13%	22%

Schools Near NorthStar Community Charter School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Forward Exam English Language Arts (2024)			Forward Exam Mathematics (2024)			Forward Exam Social Studies (2024)	Forward Exam Science (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Forward Exam English Language Arts 6th Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 7th Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 8th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 6th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 7th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 8th Grade	Forward Exam Social Studies 8th Grade	Forward Exam Science 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
NorthStar Community Charter School	Public, Charter	4-8	N14463 Highway 53	Minong	54859	Washburn County	Northwood School District	Yes	No	No	No	(715) 466-2297	23	2	11.2	13.0%	22 (95.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (4.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	63	235^th of 641 public middle schools	63.3%					(n/a)	83.3	44.4	83.3	66.7	22.2	50.0	100.0	66.7	$16,696	$810	$15,887
Hayward Middle	Public	6-8	10408 N Greenwood Ln	Hayward	54843	Sawyer County	Hayward Community School District	No	No	No	Yes	(715) 634-2619	347	35	9.9	50.1%	215 (62.0%)	4 (1.2%)	19 (5.5%)	2 (0.6%)	73 (21.0%)	1 (0.3%)	33 (9.5%)	67.4	196^th of 641 public middle schools	69.4%		59	244^th of 640 public middle schools	61.9%	48	60.2	53.5	50.0	71.7	67.7	69.1	65.5	58.2	$14,890	$1,417	$13,473

Frequently Asked Questions about NorthStar Community Charter School

What district is NorthStar Community Charter School in?

Northwood School District

Is NorthStar Community Charter School a good school?

NorthStar Community Charter School ranks 235^th of 641 Wisconsin middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend NorthStar Community Charter School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 23 students attended NorthStar Community Charter School.

What is the racial makeup of NorthStar Community Charter School?

Students at NorthStar Community Charter School are 96% White, 4% American Indian.

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