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#131 of 131 private schools in MS
Northstar Academy
School · Southaven, MS
A private school in Southaven, MS serving grades 4th – 12th.
3790 GOODMAN RD E, Southaven, MS 38672
- 29.7:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
PreliminaryWhat this rating measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MS.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MS
Test scores
Most recent published year. School vs. MS average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where Northstar Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 33Car-Dependent
- Bike 40Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,332/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Southaven), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$110,665
Median home value
$290,600
Median rent
$2,197/mo
College educated
38.5%
Homeownership
90.5%
Poverty rate
1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 38672; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Creek Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | 8.1 | PK–12 | 0.3 mi | 112 | Compare → |
| Desoto Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | 5.5 | PK–12 | 0.7 mi | 487 | Compare → |
| Northpoint Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.1 | PK–12 | 0.8 mi | 928 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Northstar Academy is listed in Southaven, MS; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Northstar Academy
Northstar Academy is a private school in Southaven, MS, serving approximately 1,663 students in grades 4th-12th with a 29.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 131 private schools in MS.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Northstar Academy
What grades does Northstar Academy serve?
Northstar Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Northstar Academy?
Northstar Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northstar Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Northstar Academy is 29.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northstar Academy rank in MS?
Northstar Academy ranks #131 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is Northstar Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Northstar Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northstar Academy a private school?
Yes, Northstar Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Northstar Academy a religious school?
Northstar Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,663
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeSoto County
- Phone
- (662) 892-4300
- Area population (ZIP 38672)
- 15,899
- Area average commute
- 25.6 min
- Area median age
- 37.4
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 38672; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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