Norman High School is a four-year public high school in Norman, Oklahoma, with a steady enrollment of approximately 2,000 students. It is accredited by North Central Association, the Oklahoma State Department of Education and the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association.
Serving 2,100 students in grades 9-12, Norman High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NORMAN HS serves the southwest part of Norman, OK, covering an area of approximately 48.8 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking around 10-12 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 4.8 miles, extending up to 7.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Norman High School's student population of 2,100 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,100 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1891
School Rankings
Norman High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman High School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#523 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
14%
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
85%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Norman Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman High School's ranking?
Norman High School is ranked #523 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Norman High School often compared to?
Norman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norman North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norman High School?
The graduation rate of Norman High School is 85%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Norman High School?
2,100 students attend Norman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Norman High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norman High School?
Norman High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Norman High School offer ?
Norman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norman High School part of?
Norman High School is part of Norman School District.
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