Norris Elementary School serves 261 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2000–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2000–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
Showing 1989–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
9%
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Black
2%
18%
Showing 1996–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
88%
63%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2000–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Norris Elementary School?
261 students attend Norris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Norris Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norris Elementary School?
Norris Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Norris Elementary School offer ?
Norris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Norris Elementary School part of?
Norris Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area Public Schools.
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