Norris Elementary School serves 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 76%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: 78%
- Reading Proficiency: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norris Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Norris Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)78%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)84%
76%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Norris Elementary School often compared to?
Norris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norris Middle School, Norris Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NE state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% NE state average).
How many students attend Norris Elementary School?
513 students attend Norris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Norris Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norris Elementary School?
Norris Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norris Elementary School offer ?
Norris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norris Elementary School part of?
Norris Elementary School is part of Norris School Dist 160 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/14/2013
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