Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Norton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Norton Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Norton, VA school district, encompassing approximately 7.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norton Elementary School's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
527 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#340 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
86%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Elementary School's ranking?
Norton Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Norton Elementary School?
527 students attend Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Norton Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norton Elementary School?
Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norton Elementary School offer ?
Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norton Elementary School part of?
Norton Elementary School is part of Norton City School District.
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