Very Good
#405 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 20% in state
North Star Elementary
Elementary School · Rock Ridge Public Schools
801 JONES ST, Eveleth, MN 55734
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#405 of 1,992
In Eveleth
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Rock Ridge Public Schools
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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North Star Elementary
Elementary School in Eveleth · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Star Elementary
North Star Elementary is a public elementary school in Eveleth, MN, part of Rock Ridge Public Schools. North Star Elementary serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. North Star Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for North Star Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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North Star Elementary — Students at North Star Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How North Star Elementary Compares
See how North Star Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
801 JONES ST, Eveleth, MN 55734
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Star Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Hibbing), with a very similar rating. Another option is LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Hibbing), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Laurentian Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Eveleth, see our Eveleth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Laurentian Elementary Eveleth | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Rock Ridge Secondary Virginia | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHLAND LEARNING CENTER 020 Virginia | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| NORTHLAND LEARNING CENTER 010 Virginia | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Virginia | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Parkview Elementary Virginia | 4.3 mi | 6.5 |
| NLC Transition Program Virginia | 4.5 mi | — |
| EAST RANGE ACADEMY OF TECH-SCIENCE Mountain Iron | 4.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MERRITT ELEMENTARY Mountain Iron | 4.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MOUNTAIN IRON-BUHL SECONDARY Mountain Iron | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CHERRY ELEMENTARY Iron | 9.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CHERRY SECONDARY Iron | 9.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MESABI EAST ELEMENTARY Aurora | 14.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MESABI EAST SECONDARY Aurora | 14.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Vaughan-Steffensrud Elementary Chisholm | 16.1 mi | 4.2 |
| CHISHOLM ELEMENTARY Chisholm | 16.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CHISHOLM SECONDARY Chisholm | 16.5 mi | 5.9 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hibbing | 18.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Hibbing Early Learning Center Hibbing | 18.6 mi | 6.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Hibbing | 18.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55734 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,750
Median Home Value
$143,700
Median Rent
$851/mo
Population
6,332
College Educated
25.5%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
40.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVON ELEMENTARY Albany, MN | 7.4 |
| BOLD-Bird Island Elementary Olivia, MN | 7.4 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Coon Rapids, MN | 7.4 |
| HALVERSON ELEMENTARY Albert Lea, MN | 7.4 |
| HUTCHINSON PARK ELEMENTARY Hutchinson, MN | 7.4 |
| KNOLL ELEMENTARY Ortonville, MN | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Star Elementary
What grades does North Star Elementary serve?
North Star Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend North Star Elementary?
North Star Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Star Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Star Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Star Elementary rank in MN?
North Star Elementary ranks #405 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is North Star Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Star Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Star Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Star Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is North Star Elementary a charter school?
No, North Star Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Star Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Star Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Star Elementary?
44.1% of students at North Star Elementary 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (218) 742-3943
Resources & Links
District
Rock Ridge Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,331
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,000
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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