Chaparral High School vs North Star Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chaparral High School
Parker · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,007 students
North Star Academy
Parker · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
684 students
| Measure | Chaparral High School Parker, Colorado | North Star Academy Parker, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #37 of 307 | #125 of 993 |
| National rank | #3013 of 16,910 | #10812 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,007 | 684 |
| Enrollment | 2,007 | 684 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.5% | 7.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 54% |
| city | Parker | Parker |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.1 vs 70.7).
- •Chaparral High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •Chaparral High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 71%).
- •North Star Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.5% vs 21.5%).
- •North Star Academy does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 21.6).
- •Chaparral High School is the larger school with 2,007 students compared with 684.
- •Chaparral High School is a public school while North Star Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chaparral High School better than North Star Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Chaparral High School and North Star Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Parker and Parker in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chaparral High School: 2,007. North Star Academy: 684. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chaparral High School and North Star Academy rank in Colorado?
Chaparral High School is 37th of 307 and North Star Academy is 125th of 993 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).