Serving 992 students in grades 7-8, Norris Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norris Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bakersfield, CA, covering approximately 15.3 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norris Middle School's student population of 992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
992 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The educational philosophy of the Norris District...
School Rankings
Norris Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3047 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
44%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris Middle School's ranking?
Norris Middle School is ranked #3047 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Norris Middle School often compared to?
Norris Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Middle School, Tevis Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Norris Middle School?
992 students attend Norris Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Norris Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norris Middle School?
Norris Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norris Middle School offer ?
Norris Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Norris Middle School part of?
Norris Middle School is part of Norris Elementary School District.
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