Serving 1,359 students in grades 9-12, Norfolk Senior High 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 37% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norfolk Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Norfolk, NE, encompassing approximately 143.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 7.2 miles and the furthest edge located 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norfolk Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Norfolk Senior High School's student population of 1,359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Nothing Prevents Success
School Rankings
Norfolk Senior High 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 Senior High School is 0.54, 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
#658 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norfolk Senior High School's ranking?
Norfolk Senior High School is ranked #658 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norfolk Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Norfolk Senior High School is 91%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Norfolk Senior High School?
1,359 students attend Norfolk Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Norfolk Senior High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norfolk Senior High School?
Norfolk Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norfolk Senior High School offer ?
Norfolk Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norfolk Senior High School part of?
Norfolk Senior High School is part of Norfolk School District.
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