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North Star Academy

High School · Cameron School District

PO Box 378, Cameron, WI 54822

Charter

Enrollment

39

Student-Teacher

39:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,274 of 2,105

In Cameron

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Cameron School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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North Star Academy

5.9/10

High School in Cameron · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cameron Middle

7.7/10

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5.7/10

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About North Star Academy

North Star Academy is a public high school in Cameron, WI, part of Cameron School District. North Star Academy serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 39:1 student-teacher ratio. North Star Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,274 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for North Star Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 39 students, North Star Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at North Star Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

North Star Academy runs 39:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2019
TrendStable
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate69.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio39:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,494

North Star Academy — Students at North Star Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How North Star Academy Compares

See how North Star Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in WI
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
1.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
39:1 student-teacher ratio
1 teachers

Location

PO Box 378, Cameron, WI 54822

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Star Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cameron High (rated 5.7/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High (rated 5.3/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Chetek), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Barron High (rated 4.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Barron), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cameron, see our Cameron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Cameron Middle Cameron 0.0 mi 7.7
Cameron High Cameron 0.1 mi 5.7
Cameron Academy of Virtual Education Cameron 0.1 mi 4.5
Cameron Elementary Cameron 1.1 mi 7.7
Tainter Elementary Rice Lake 5.2 mi 7.8
REDEEMER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rice Lake 5.8 mi
Rice Lake Middle Rice Lake 6.6 mi 7.8
Hilltop Elementary Rice Lake 6.7 mi 8.2
Rice Lake High Rice Lake 6.7 mi 4.5
Hilltop Day Care and Preschool Rice Lake 6.8 mi
PLEASANT VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Chetek 6.8 mi
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Rice Lake 7.0 mi 6.8
Barron High Barron 5.1 mi 4.6
Advanced Learning Academy of Wisconsin Barron 5.1 mi 7.2
Woodland Elementary Barron 5.3 mi 7.5
BARRON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Barron 5.5 mi
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Roselawn Elementary Chetek 7.0 mi 8.2
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Middle Chetek 7.2 mi 6.5
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High Chetek 7.2 mi 5.3
Link2Learn Virtual Charter School Chetek 7.2 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54822 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,250

Median Home Value

$223,100

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

4,911

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

45.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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White Lake High White Lake, WI 5.9
Goodman High Goodman, WI 6.1
South Accelerated Academy Milwaukee, WI 6.1
Gilmanton High Gilmanton, WI 5.7
N-Gage Academy Necedah, WI 6.2
Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy Wausau, WI 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Star Academy

What grades does North Star Academy serve?

North Star Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Star Academy?

North Star Academy has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Star Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at North Star Academy is 39:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Star Academy rank in WI?

North Star Academy ranks #1,274 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is North Star Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

North Star Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Star Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019).

Is North Star Academy a charter school?

Yes, North Star Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is North Star Academy a Title I school?

No, North Star Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Star Academy?

53.8% of students at North Star Academy 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Type
alternative
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Barron County
4-Year Graduation
69.5%

District

Cameron School District
District Enrollment
1,187
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,494
District Rank
#3 of 5

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