Serving 535 students in grades 3-5, Norris Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Norris Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Firth, NE, covering approximately 215.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norris Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norris Intermediate School's student population of 535 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
Campus Size
270 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Norris Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris Intermediate School is 0.13, 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
#104 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris Intermediate School's ranking?
Norris Intermediate School is ranked #104 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Norris Intermediate School often compared to?
Norris Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norris Elementary School, Norris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Norris Intermediate School?
535 students attend Norris Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Norris Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norris Intermediate School?
Norris Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norris Intermediate School offer ?
Norris Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norris Intermediate School part of?
Norris Intermediate School is part of Norris School Dist 160 School District.
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