Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Norris Elementary - 08 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norris Elementary - 08 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Norris Elementary - 08's student population of 48 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norris Elementary - 08 ranks within the top 50% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris Elementary - 08 is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#282 out of 616 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris Elementary - 08's ranking?
Norris Elementary - 08 is ranked #282 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
How many students attend Norris Elementary - 08?
48 students attend Norris Elementary - 08.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Norris Elementary - 08 students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norris Elementary - 08?
Norris Elementary - 08 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norris Elementary - 08 offer ?
Norris Elementary - 08 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Norris Elementary - 08 part of?
Norris Elementary - 08 is part of White River School District 47-1.
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