North Star Academy vs Pine Grove Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Star Academy
Parker · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
684 students
Pine Grove Elementary School
Parker · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
480 students
| Measure | North Star Academy Parker, Colorado | Pine Grove Elementary School Parker, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 993 | #174 of 993 |
| National rank | #10812 of 50,301 | #13381 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 684 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 684 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.5% | 10.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 44% |
| city | Parker | Parker |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Star Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.7 vs 67.1).
- •North Star Academy does better on math proficiency (54% vs 44%).
- •North Star Academy does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 64%).
- •North Star Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.5% vs 10.4%).
- •Pine Grove Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 19.0).
- •North Star Academy is the larger school with 684 students compared with 480.
- •North Star Academy is a charter school while Pine Grove Elementary School is a public 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 North Star Academy better than Pine Grove Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), North Star Academy ranks higher (70.7 vs 67.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Star Academy and Pine Grove Elementary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Parker and Parker in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Star Academy: 684. Pine Grove Elementary School: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Star Academy and Pine Grove Elementary School rank in Colorado?
North Star Academy is 125th of 993 and Pine Grove Elementary School is 174th of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).