Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Norris Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 76%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 78%
- Reading Proficiency: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norris Elementary School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Norris Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)78%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)84%
76%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Norris Elementary School often compared to?
Norris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norris Middle School, Norris Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NE state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% NE state average).
How many students attend Norris Elementary School?
589 students attend Norris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Norris Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norris Elementary School?
Norris Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norris Elementary School offer ?
Norris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Norris Elementary School part of?
Norris Elementary School is part of Norris School Dist 160 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/14/2013
Grandparent of Kiburz kids. Clara and Ben. Can I please be put on an email list of upcoming events? cherylfrederick@yahoo.com. Kids are excited to go to a new school.
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