Prairie Norton Elementary School

105 Norton Rd
Columbus, OH 43228
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Prairie Norton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 515 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Prairie Norton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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School Overview

Prairie Norton Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
Caring, learning and growth for every child.

School Rankings

Prairie Norton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Norton Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2161 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
50-54%
54%
39%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
37%
8%
Black
18%
17%
White
31%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prairie Norton Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Norton Elementary School is ranked #2161 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Prairie Norton Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Norton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Prairie Norton Elementary School?
515 students attend Prairie Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Prairie Norton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Norton Elementary School?
Prairie Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prairie Norton Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Norton Elementary School part of?
Prairie Norton Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Norton Elementary School located?
Prairie Norton Elementary School is located in the Westchester Green Countrie neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Westchester Green Countrie.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 515 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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