Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norris Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norris Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norris Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
69%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris Elementary School's ranking?
Norris Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Norris Elementary School often compared to?
Norris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Norris Elementary School?
413 students attend Norris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Norris Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norris Elementary School?
Norris Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norris Elementary School offer ?
Norris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Norris Elementary School part of?
Norris Elementary School is part of Millard Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Norris Elementary School located?
Norris Elementary School is located in the Old Millard East neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Millard East.
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