Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norview Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Norview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norview Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1637 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
65%
21%
White
6%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norview Elementary School's ranking?
Norview Elementary School is ranked #1637 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Norview Elementary School often compared to?
Norview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tanners Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Norview Elementary School?
412 students attend Norview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Norview Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norview Elementary School?
Norview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norview Elementary School offer ?
Norview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norview Elementary School part of?
Norview Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Norview Elementary School located?
Norview Elementary School is located in the Norview neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Norview.
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