Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Norwood-norfolk Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norwood-Norfolk Elementary School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Norwood, NY, covering approximately 85.2 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school in about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwood-norfolk Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norwood-norfolk Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwood-norfolk Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3647 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
n/a
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood-norfolk Elementary School's ranking?
Norwood-norfolk Elementary School is ranked #3647 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Norwood-norfolk Elementary School often compared to?
Norwood-norfolk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colton-pierrepont Central School, Norwood-norfolk Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Norwood-norfolk Elementary School?
341 students attend Norwood-norfolk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Norwood-norfolk Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwood-norfolk Elementary School?
Norwood-norfolk Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Norwood-norfolk Elementary School offer ?
Norwood-norfolk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norwood-norfolk Elementary School part of?
Norwood-norfolk Elementary School is part of Norwood-Norfolk Central School District.
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