Serving 287 students in grades 4-5, Norris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norris Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Thomson, GA, covering approximately 266.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norris Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Motto
RAMS PRIDE…Purposely Running In the Direction of Excellence
School Rankings
Norris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1489 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
72%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
5%
Showing 2009–2018. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris Elementary School's ranking?
Norris Elementary School is ranked #1489 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Norris Elementary School?
287 students attend Norris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Norris Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norris Elementary School?
Norris Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norris Elementary School offer ?
Norris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norris Elementary School part of?
Norris Elementary School is part of Mcduffie County School District.
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