Serving 657 students in grades 5-8, Norton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norton Middle School's student population of 657 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norton Middle School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.17, which is less 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
#967 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
91%
67%
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
31%
37%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Norton Middle School is ranked #967 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Norton Middle School often compared to?
Norton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barberton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Norton Middle School?
657 students attend Norton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Norton Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norton Middle School?
Norton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norton Middle School offer ?
Norton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Norton Middle School part of?
Norton Middle School is part of Norton City School District.
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