Serving 336 students in grades 4-6, Norway Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa 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 Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Norway Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 332.8 square miles in Norway, IA. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norway Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norway Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norway Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norway Elementary School's ranking?
Norway Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Norway Elementary School often compared to?
Norway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow Elementary 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 68% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Norway Elementary School?
336 students attend Norway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Norway Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norway Elementary School?
Norway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norway Elementary School offer ?
Norway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norway Elementary School part of?
Norway Elementary School is part of Benton Comm School District.
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