Serving 564 students in grades 1-4, Norton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Norton Cornerstone Elementary School serves the northern part of Barberton, OH, covering an area of approximately 18.3 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Norton Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Elementary School's ranking?
Norton Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Norton Elementary School often compared to?
Norton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barberton Intermediate School, Herberich Primary Elementary School, Coventry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Norton Elementary School?
564 students attend Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Norton Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norton Elementary School?
Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norton Elementary School offer ?
Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norton Elementary School part of?
Norton Elementary School is part of Norton City School District.
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