Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norco Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norco Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Norco Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norco Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
12%
42%
White
73%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norco Elementary School's ranking?
Norco Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Norco Elementary School often compared to?
Norco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luling Elementary School, St. Rose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Norco Elementary School?
501 students attend Norco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Norco Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norco Elementary School?
Norco Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Norco Elementary School offer ?
Norco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norco Elementary School part of?
Norco Elementary School is part of St. Charles Parish School District.
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