Serving 249 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Norton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Norton Elementary School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#474 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
69%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Elementary School's ranking?
Norton Elementary School is ranked #474 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Norton Elementary School often compared to?
Norton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Adams Elementary School, Eastside Elementary School, Mendon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Norton Elementary School?
249 students attend Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Norton Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norton Elementary School?
Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norton Elementary School offer ?
Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Norton Elementary School part of?
Norton Elementary School is part of Three Rivers Community Schools School District.
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