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#1305 of 1,992 schools in MN
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North Star Elementary
Elementary School · WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
15198 FOREST BLVD N, Hugo, MN 55038
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,305 of 1,992
In Hugo
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#11 of 17
WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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North Star Elementary
Elementary School in Hugo · grades Kindergarten – 5th. 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 Hugo, MN, part of WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Star Elementary serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Star Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,305 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How North Star Elementary Compares
See how North Star Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15198 FOREST BLVD N, Hugo, MN 55038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Star Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby White Bear Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Centerville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OTTER LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby White Bear Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hugo, see our Hugo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ONEKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hugo | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITE BEAR TRANSITION PLUS PROGRAM Hugo | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY Centerville | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LILA Upper School Forest Lake | 4.5 mi | 7.1 |
| WHITE BEAR NORTH CAMPUS SENIOR White Bear Lake | 5.5 mi | 5.6 |
| OTTER LAKE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE White Bear Lake | 5.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Forest Lake Area High School Forest Lake | 6.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake | 5.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Forest Lake Area Middle School Forest Lake | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forest Lake | 6.5 mi | 5.7 |
| LILA Lower School Forest Lake | 6.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LILA Kinder Center Forest Lake | 6.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Forest Lake Area Community School Forest Lake | 6.9 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Forest Lake | 6.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BIRCH LAKE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake | 6.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Forest View Elementary Forest Lake | 6.9 mi | 5.3 |
| FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY Forest Lake | 7.1 mi | 5.6 |
| North Lakes Academy Upper School Forest Lake | 7.2 mi | 7.8 |
| STEP Forest Lake | 7.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,194
Median Home Value
$408,000
Median Rent
$1,844/mo
Population
24,246
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
90.7%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AKIN ROAD ELEMENTARY Farmington, MN | 5.7 |
| BISHOP ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 5.7 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Lakeville, MN | 5.7 |
| LILA Lower School Forest Lake, MN | 5.7 |
| Midway Star Academy Saint Paul, MN | 5.7 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Woodbury, MN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Star Elementary
What grades does North Star Elementary serve?
North Star Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend North Star Elementary?
North Star Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Star Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Star Elementary is 18.3:1. 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 #1,305 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is North Star Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Star Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
28.4% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.7%
- Phone
- (651) 242-5500
Resources & Links
District
WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,549
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,111
- District Rank
- #11 of 17
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