North Star Academy

North Star Academy is an alternative high school located in the rural setting of Cameron, Wisconsin. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, North Star has a small enrollment of 39 students and a single full-time equivalent teacher, resulting in a student-to-teacher ratio of 39 to 1. As a charter school, North Star Academy offers flexible educational opportunities tailored for its diverse student body.

Academically, the school currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks at number 1943 among Wisconsin's 2112 high schools, placing it in the 8th percentile. With an academic score of 3.4/10, North Star focuses on student development rather than solely on test performance. Students achieve proficiency rates of 25% in both English language arts and math.

North Star Academy’s small size and rural location offer a close-knit community environment where students can receive individualized attention and support as they navigate their high school years.

With an enrollment of 39 students, 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.

The student-teacher ratio at North Star Academy is 39:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

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.