Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Norris Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norris Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Norris Middle School's student population of 628 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norris Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris Middle School is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#381 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
64%
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
6%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris Middle School's ranking?
Norris Middle School is ranked #381 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Norris Middle School often compared to?
Norris Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norris Elementary School, Norris Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Norris Middle School?
628 students attend Norris Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Norris Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norris Middle School?
Norris Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norris Middle School offer ?
Norris Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Norris Middle School part of?
Norris Middle School is part of Norris School Dist 160 School District.
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