Serving 363 students in grades 3-5, Norman R Kelley Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Norman R Kelley Intermediate School encompasses the entire Newark, NY school district, covering approximately 61 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norman R Kelley Intermediate School's student population of 363 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Norman R Kelley Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman R Kelley Intermediate School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3549 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
68%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman R Kelley Intermediate School's ranking?
Norman R Kelley Intermediate School is ranked #3549 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Norman R Kelley Intermediate School often compared to?
Norman R Kelley Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Norman R Kelley Intermediate School?
363 students attend Norman R Kelley Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Norman R Kelley Intermediate School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norman R Kelley Intermediate School?
Norman R Kelley Intermediate School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Norman R Kelley Intermediate School offer ?
Norman R Kelley Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norman R Kelley Intermediate School part of?
Norman R Kelley Intermediate School is part of Newark Central School District.
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