Serving 678 students in grades 7-8, Norton Middle 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 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Norton Middle School's student population of 678 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2528 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
7%
Black
24%
17%
White
34%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Middle School's ranking?
Norton Middle School is ranked #2528 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Norton Middle School?
678 students attend Norton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Norton Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norton Middle School?
Norton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norton Middle School offer ?
Norton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Norton Middle School part of?
Norton Middle School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Norton Middle School located?
Norton Middle 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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