Norris City Annex ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)1%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)1%
26%
Black
(19-20)4%
17%
White
(19-20)84%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)10%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
89%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
16%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Norris City Annex?
80 students attend Norris City Annex.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Norris City Annex students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What school district is Norris City Annex part of?
Norris City Annex is part of Wabash & Ohio Valley Special Educational School District.
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