Serving 736 students in grades 9-12, Norris High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norris High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Firth, NE, encompassing approximately 215.6 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Norris High School's student population of 736 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
736 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
Campus Size
270 acres
School Motto
Educate, Empower, Engage, Grow, Achieve - The Norris Titan Way
School Rankings
Norris High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#450 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris High School's ranking?
Norris High School is ranked #450 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Norris High School often compared to?
Norris High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norris High School?
The graduation rate of Norris High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Norris High School?
736 students attend Norris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Norris High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norris High School?
Norris High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norris High School offer ?
Norris High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norris High School part of?
Norris High School is part of Norris School Dist 160 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Norris offers a wide variety of academic programs, with many AP and college credit course offereings. We have a wonderful auditorium and a strong choral and performing arts tradition. The school has amazing facilities, as it was just recently completely remodeled after it was struck by a tornado. I can think of no school with better parent involvement.
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