RATINGS

District GreatSchools Ratings

Many of the schools in this district are rated average in school quality.


Top Rated Schools in This District

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Duluth Public Schools Academy based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Student Progress

Students at many of the schools in this district are making about the same academic progress as the state average.


ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.

ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.

STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.

STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.

STUDENT LIFE

District Calendar


STUDENT LIFE

District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.

STUDENT LIFE

Reviews From Schools in Duluth Public Schools Academy

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Parent / Guardian
August 02, 2025
My chikd with special needs attended 2012-2014. I pulled her after I made a surprise visit during the day and found my child locked in an empty janitorial closet. Her Para was standing by the door and... More
Review for North Star Academy
Current student
July 27, 2025
This school sucks. There are two teachers there that actually somewhat help, other than that no one cares about the students. Your getting bullied? You and the bully get put in a room together and... More
Review for North Star Academy
Current student
August 22, 2023
I'm going into eighth grade at this school later this month and would like to weigh in, and if you have the choice, send your kids elsewhere. The curriculum isn't great, the arts are underfunded, the... More
Review for North Star Academy