For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 748 students in Norris, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Norris, TN are Norris Elementary School and Norris Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Norris, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Norris have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Norris, TN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norris Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
42 East Circle Dr
Norris, TN 37828
(865) 494-7422
Norris, TN 37828
(865) 494-7422
Grades: PK-5
| 259 students
Rank: #22.
Norris Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5 Norris Square
Norris, TN 37828
(865) 494-7171
Norris, TN 37828
(865) 494-7171
Grades: 6-8
| 489 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Norris, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Norris, TN include Norris Elementary School and Norris Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Norris?
2 public elementary schools are located in Norris.
What is the racial composition of students in Norris?
Norris public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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