Serving 627 students in grades 1-4, Norton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Norton Elementary School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Elementary School's ranking?
Norton Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Norton Elementary School often compared to?
Norton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barberton Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Norton Elementary School?
627 students attend Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Norton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norton Elementary School?
Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norton Elementary School offer ?
Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Norton Elementary School part of?
Norton Elementary School is part of Norton City School District.
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