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North Star School
School · Ingham ISD
611 HAGADORN RD, Mason, MI 48854
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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North Star School
School in Mason · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Star School
North Star School is a public school in Mason, MI, part of Ingham ISD. North Star School serves approximately 24 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for North Star School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 24 students, North Star School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.8:1 students to teachers, North Star School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
North Star School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Address
- 611 HAGADORN RD, Mason, MI 48854
- Website
- inghamisd.org
- Phone
- (517) 244-1354
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
611 HAGADORN RD, Mason, MI 48854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Star School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Heartwood School (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away). Another option is LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Lansing). Additionally, Michigan Connections Academy (rated 5.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Okemos). For more schools in Mason, see our Mason schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAIL Skills for Adult Independent Living Mason | 0.0 mi | — |
| Heartwood School Mason | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| James C Harvey Education Center Mason | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Steele Street Elementary School Mason | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Mason Middle School Mason | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Mason High School Mason | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Alaiedon Elementary School Mason | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Elliott Elementary School Holt | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| North Aurelius Elementary School Mason | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Hope Middle School Holt | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Sycamore Elementary School Holt | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Holt Junior High School Holt | 4.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Okemos High School Okemos | 5.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School Okemos | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CEDAR CLASSICAL ACADEMY Okemos | 6.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLT LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND SONSHINE ECC Holt | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Wilcox Elementary School Holt | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Michigan Connections Academy Okemos | 6.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Bennett Woods Elementary School Okemos | 6.9 mi | 8.1 |
| LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing | 6.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,956
Median Home Value
$240,600
Median Rent
$1,136/mo
Population
19,403
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Star School
What grades does North Star School serve?
North Star School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend North Star School?
North Star School has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Star School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Star School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at North Star School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Star School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is North Star School a charter school?
No, North Star School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Star School a Title I school?
No, North Star School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Star School?
62.5% of students at North Star School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.5%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Ingham County
- Phone
- (517) 244-1354
Resources & Links
District
Ingham ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,412
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $338,566
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