Kipp North Star Academy

KIPP North Star Academy is a charter middle school located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Serving students from fifth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 122 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1 with eight full-time equivalent teachers. KIPP North Star Academy focuses on providing education for young adolescents in a supportive environment.

While the academic performance data indicates room for improvement—with a MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and state ranking at the third percentile—KIPP North Star Academy is committed to student development and growth. In recent assessments, only 16% of students were proficient in ELA/Reading, and just 9% met proficiency standards in Math. Despite these challenges, KIPP North Star Academy continues to strive for excellence and offers a dedicated learning community within the bustling city of Minneapolis.

With an enrollment of 122 students, Kipp North Star Academy 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.

Kipp North Star Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.