Northstar School

Northstar School provides the distinct combination of challenging academics in a small and safe environment where life balance is paramount.
The Northstar mission is to provide a unique secondary school focused on educating and equipping students with a superior skill set resulting in young adults capable of successfully leading in a global marketplace.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,150
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Northstar School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Northstar School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
82%
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1250
Average ACT score
26
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
polo shirt and khaki bottoms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
All inclusive tuition. External fees consist of YMCA membership, Uniform, Athletics, and Books.

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
4H Club, Calculus Bowl, Chess Club, Math Counts, National History Day, National Honor Society Chapter, Regional Spelling Bee, Robotics Club, Science Olympiad, Scientific Research Design (SRD), Student Council, Yearbook Staff

Arts and Music Programs:
Anime Club, Art Club, Voice Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equestrian

School Notes

  • Northstar School provide the distinct combination of challenging academics in a small and safe environment where life balance is paramount.The Northstar mission is to provide a unique secondary school focused on educating and equipping students with a superior skill set resulting in young adults capable of successfully leading in a global marketplace.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Ewin Tang - (Class of 2014) is a computer scientist at the University of Washington. She was named as one of 2019 Science Forbes 30 Under 30 for her work developing algorithms for classical computers to perform calculations that were previously deemed only possible with quantum computers, research that began under the supervision of Scott Aaronson at the University of Texas when Tang was only a teenager.
    • Dayton Hunn - (Class of 2011) is a doctor in residency at Tulane Medical Center. Published doctor with degrees in chemical engineering, microbiology, and immunology.
    • Mercedes Gagliardi - (Class of 2012) Master's in Social Work; works for Downtown Emergency Services Cntr in Seattle with homeless to respond to mental health and substance use crises in King County
    • Kayla Jacobs - (Class of 2013) Engineer at Lockwood, Andrews, & Newnam
    • Timothy Clifford - (Class of 2014) SMU Perkins School of Theology; Masters of Divinity degree, Summa Cum Laude 2021
    • Kellie Hunn - (class of 2014) Tulane University’s Masters of Public Health Program in Disaster Management; works for State of Colorado in emergency management
    • Emily Inglis - (Class of 2014) Masters of Forestry at Southern Illinois University
    • Robert Molinar - (class of 2018) BA in psychology with minor in business from Rice; Behaviorist with Autistic kids
    • Nicole Dyer - (class of 2017) 1st female on TAMU Sounding Rocketry Team; Lockheed Martin Engineer
    • Katelyn Anton - (class of 2019) Taught French at Montipiller, France; did play-based education in refugee camps in Calais, France
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northstar School cost?
Northstar School's tuition is approximately $19,150 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Northstar School?
Northstar School famous alumni include: Ewin Tang, Dayton Hunn, Mercedes Gagliardi, Kayla Jacobs, Timothy Clifford, Kellie Hunn, Emily Inglis, Robert Molinar, Nicole Dyer and Katelyn Anton.
What sports does Northstar School offer?
Northstar School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cross Country, E-sports, Equestrian, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Northstar School's ranking?
Northstar School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Northstar School?
The application deadline for Northstar School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Northstar School located?
Northstar School is located in the Southwest Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 5 other private schools located in Southwest Arlington.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (5 reviews)
5  
Northstar is something truly special in the world of education. Choosing a school can be overwhelming but each and every day I know I made the right decision for our family. Northstar provides an environment that is inclusive, immersive, intentional and so applicable to the real world. It seems impossible to have all the opportunities they're able to provide under one roof. My daughter genuinely enjoys each school day and can't wait to tell me all the exciting things that happened. I can't say enough about the instructors and everyone on staff there. I've been blown away by their kindness and heart to see each child grow in their gifts and independence while pushing the boundaries of what they can accomplish academically. I know they're setting all the students up for such success in life. What more could you ask for as a parent? It's a family that we're so fortunate to be a part of.
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5  
Both of our kids attended Northstar. One is now a junior majoring in chemistry at Texas A&M and the other is a freshman majoring in environmental science at the University of Arkansas. Both had incredible experiences at Northstar including participating in multiple sports, traveling internationally, and learning via a wide variety of creative methodologies. They developed lifelong friendships with other students as well as with the administrators and faculty. As parents, we could not be happier with our decision to have our kids attend Northstar. The academics are top notch but we feel what they learned about life, leadership, perspective, and themselves is the true "gift" of Northstar.
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5  
Member of the first graduating class here. Loved it. Changed my life. My favorite classes were mining and rodent ecology. They also offered instruction in the ancient art of PVC pipe self-defense. Wonderful to have a bond with younger students and opportunities to take subjects that aren't normally available in other schools. Definitely, the place to go if you're looking for a more accepting high school environment. I had a blast on all the international trips, too. All around the excellent school. Absolutely nuts. Perfect if you're a student wondering what it feels like to get Removed into a weird shone battle anime. 10/10 would go back and attend again. Wouldn't change a thing.
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5  
Our son is thriving at Northstar. The small home-school environment with outstanding, qualified instructors provides a nuturing environment for success. The rigorous curriculum exposes students for a broad liberal arts education with all students participating in fine arts, foreign language, and STEM courses. Numerous projects, field trips, and educational travel provides students with learning opportunities outside the classroom. As evidenced by the college acceptance and scholarships received by alumni, it is clear Northstar students are receiving a quality education. We were looking for a small schoolWhere our son could thrive and have found it at Northstar.
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5  
We have loved our time at Northstar. With its Home school environment and stellar faculty my son is receiving a top notch education. He loves participating in Science Olympiad, building robots, and the small class size which affords him individual attention from his teachers. He is very much looking forward to 10th grade where he will get to build and launch a rocket. We love Northstar!
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,150
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Arlington, TX is $10,098 for elementary schools and $12,263 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Arlington, TX is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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