Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Norton Primary Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Attendance Zone: Norton Primary Elementary School serves the northern part of Barberton, OH, covering an area of approximately 18.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norton Primary Elementary School's student population of 220 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child Every Day
School Rankings
The diversity score of Norton Primary Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)90-94%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Norton Primary Elementary School often compared to?
Norton Primary Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Echo Hills Elementary School, Norton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% OH state average).
How many students attend Norton Primary Elementary School?
220 students attend Norton Primary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Norton Primary Elementary School students are White, 4% 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 Primary Elementary School?
Norton Primary Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norton Primary Elementary School offer ?
Norton Primary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norton Primary Elementary School part of?
Norton Primary Elementary School is part of Norton City School District.
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