Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Norris City-omaha Elementary School 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norris City-Omaha Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Norris City, IL, covering an area of approximately 119.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norris City-omaha Elementary School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Making Students Cardinal Strong
School Rankings
Norris City-omaha Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris City-omaha Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2831 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris City-omaha Elementary School's ranking?
Norris City-omaha Elementary School is ranked #2831 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Norris City-omaha Elementary School?
416 students attend Norris City-omaha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Norris City-omaha Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norris City-omaha Elementary School?
Norris City-omaha Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Norris City-omaha Elementary School offer ?
Norris City-omaha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Norris City-omaha Elementary School part of?
Norris City-omaha Elementary School is part of Norris City-Omaha-Enfield CUSD 3 School District.
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