North Star Academy

www.cameron.k12.wi.us

Charter School 40 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

North Star Academy, located in Cameron, Wisconsin, operates as a specialized educational program within the Cameron School District. It is designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, offering a personalized approach that emphasizes flexibility and student-centered instruction. By providing an alternative path to graduation, the academy focuses on supporting students in overcoming academic or personal barriers, helping them stay on track to meet their educational goals in a smaller, more supportive setting.

The school’s curriculum and culture are closely integrated with the broader Cameron School District, ensuring that students have access to district resources while benefiting from the unique instructional model of the academy. Whether through credit recovery, self-paced learning, or targeted mentorship, North Star Academy strives to foster resilience and academic success. Its location on South 1st Street serves as a hub for students looking for a tailored experience that prioritizes individual growth and preparation for post-secondary opportunities.

Total Students

1.4

Full-Time Teachers

28.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

55.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Star Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	35
Hispanic	2
Black	1
Two or More	2

White
35 (87.5 %)
Hispanic
2 (5.0 %)
Two or More
2 (5.0 %)
Black
1 (2.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cameron School District
Phone:	(715)458-4560
Website:	http://www.cameron.k12.wi.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	40
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	1.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	28.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	17
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 10 1

Grade 11 12

Grade 12 27