Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norman Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norman Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Norman Park Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norman Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman Park Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#872 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
33%
18%
Black
8%
36%
White
56%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman Park Elementary School's ranking?
Norman Park Elementary School is ranked #872 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Norman Park Elementary School often compared to?
Norman Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Norman Park Elementary School?
600 students attend Norman Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Norman Park Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norman Park Elementary School?
Norman Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norman Park Elementary School offer ?
Norman Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Norman Park Elementary School part of?
Norman Park Elementary School is part of Colquitt County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
Schools & Offices Closed for Fall Break
October 17, 2024 (Thursday)
Schools & Offices Closed for Fall Break
October 21, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (All Schools & Offices Closed)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
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