Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norton Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia 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 Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Norton Park Elementary School's student population of 654 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
ONE TEAM for collaboration through the Park, Parents, and Partnerships!
School Rankings
Norton Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Park Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1437 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
57%
19%
Black
31%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Park Elementary School's ranking?
Norton Park Elementary School is ranked #1437 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Norton Park Elementary School often compared to?
Norton Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Springs Elementary 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 39% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Norton Park Elementary School?
654 students attend Norton Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Norton Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norton Park Elementary School?
Norton Park Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norton Park Elementary School offer ?
Norton Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norton Park Elementary School part of?
Norton Park Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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