NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL
NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL is a public charter school that is part of the NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL INC. school district, located in EAGLE, ID with about 960 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL, located in Eagle, Idaho, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is well-regarded for its rigorous academic environment and its commitment to a "classical education" model, which emphasizes foundational knowledge, critical thinking, and the development of strong character. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering a supportive community, the school aims to provide a personalized learning experience that challenges students while preparing them for success in higher education and beyond.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, North Star offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and leadership opportunities, designed to develop the "whole student." The school maintains a strong partnership between faculty, students, and parents, emphasizing personal responsibility and academic excellence. Its location in the growing community of Eagle allows it to serve families looking for a structured, alternative educational choice that balances traditional values with modern educational standards.
For more information, contact NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL at (208) 939-9600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
EAGLE, ID 83616-4427
(208) 939-9600
NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Charter school in EAGLE, ID with about 960 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Idaho
School Details
- Level:
- Other
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Idaho Public Charter School Commission - District:
- NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL INC.
- Total Students:
- 960
- Teachers:
- 45.94
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 960 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 85.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.9%
- Asian
- 4.3%
- Two or more races
- 3.6%
- Black or African American
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.1%
- Male
- 49.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.