Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Norge Elementary School's student population of 606 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Norge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norge Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1037 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norge Elementary School's ranking?
Norge Elementary School is ranked #1037 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Norge Elementary School often compared to?
Norge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonehouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Norge Elementary School?
606 students attend Norge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Norge Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norge Elementary School?
Norge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norge Elementary School offer ?
Norge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norge Elementary School part of?
Norge Elementary School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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