Serving 628 students in grades 5-6, Norfolk Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Norfolk Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Norfolk, NE, encompassing approximately 120.6 square miles. The school is typically a 10-15 minute drive from most areas within the zone, which extends up to 14.4 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norfolk Middle School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norfolk Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norfolk Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#541 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
33%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
60%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norfolk Middle School's ranking?
Norfolk Middle School is ranked #541 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Norfolk Middle School?
628 students attend Norfolk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Norfolk Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norfolk Middle School?
Norfolk Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norfolk Middle School offer ?
Norfolk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norfolk Middle School part of?
Norfolk Middle School is part of Norfolk School District.
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