Serving 1,915 students in grades 9-12, Norview High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,915 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Norview High School's student population of 1,915 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,915 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norview High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norview High School is 0.67, 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
#887 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
51%
22%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norview High School's ranking?
Norview High School is ranked #887 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Norview High School often compared to?
Norview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matthew Fontaine Maury High School, Granby High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norview High School?
The graduation rate of Norview High School is 88%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Norview High School?
1,915 students attend Norview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Norview High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norview High School?
Norview High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norview High School offer ?
Norview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Norview High School part of?
Norview High School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Norview High School located?
Norview High School is located in the Norview neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Norview.
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