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North Star Online School

5450 Riggins Courst Ste. #6
Reno, NV 89502
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-12, North Star Online School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Online School/Alternative school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 640 students
  • State Accredited: Yes
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50% in NV)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Star Online School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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Attribute

School Overview

North Star Online School's student population of 640 students has grown by 166% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No

School Rankings

North Star Online School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Online School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NV)
#236 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
27%
28%
55%
44%
53%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
32%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
50%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
70-74%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Star Online School's ranking?
North Star Online School is ranked #236 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are North Star Online School often compared to?
North Star Online Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nv Learning Academy J-shs, Leadership Academy Of Nevada by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Star Online School?
The graduation rate of North Star Online School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend North Star Online School?
640 students attend North Star Online School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of North Star Online School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Online School?
North Star Online School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does North Star Online School offer ?
North Star Online School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Online School part of?
North Star Online School is part of Washoe County School District.

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5   3/26/2020
Wonderful School, caring staff.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Online School/Alternative school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 640 students
  • State Accredited: Yes
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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