Serving 557 students in grades 1-8, Norwood School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norwood School serves the northwest part of Norwood, PA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwood School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norwood School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwood School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1835 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
12%
14%
White
65%
60%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood School's ranking?
Norwood School is ranked #1835 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Norwood School often compared to?
Norwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prospect Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Norwood School?
557 students attend Norwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Norwood School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwood School?
Norwood School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Norwood School offer ?
Norwood School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwood School part of?
Norwood School is part of Interboro School District.
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