Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Norton School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Norton School serves the southern part of Cheshire, CT, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norton School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norton School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#38 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
74%
46%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton School's ranking?
Norton School is ranked #38 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Norton School often compared to?
Norton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Norton School?
412 students attend Norton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Norton School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norton School?
Norton School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norton School offer ?
Norton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norton School part of?
Norton School is part of Cheshire School District.
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