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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About North Star School
North Star School is a public school in Mason, MI, part of the Ingham ISD. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $91,956, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, North Star School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1, North Star School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, North Star School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 75% (2021).
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 8.9/10, 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 4.5/10, 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 | 8.9 |
| James C Harvey Education Center Mason | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Steele Street Elementary School Mason | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Mason Middle School Mason | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Mason High School Mason | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Alaiedon Elementary School Mason | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Elliott Elementary School Holt | 4.5 mi | 4.3 |
| North Aurelius Elementary School Mason | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Hope Middle School Holt | 4.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Sycamore Elementary School Holt | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Holt Junior High School Holt | 4.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Okemos High School Okemos | 5.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School Okemos | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
| 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 | 6.4 |
| Michigan Connections Academy Okemos | 6.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Bennett Woods Elementary School Okemos | 6.9 mi | 6.3 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding North Star School has a median household income of $91,956. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $240,600, with a median rent of $1,136/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, North Star School has 25.0% math proficiency and 50.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (949/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mason). Data >1 year old.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Ingham ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,412
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $338,566
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