Serving 1,162 students in grades 6-8, Norris Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norris Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Norris Middle School's student population of 1,162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Norris Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norris Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#883 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
22%
Black
9%
7%
White
13%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norris Middle School's ranking?
Norris Middle School is ranked #883 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Norris Middle School often compared to?
Norris Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis & Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Norris Middle School?
1,162 students attend Norris Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Norris Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norris Middle School?
Norris Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norris Middle School offer ?
Norris Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norris Middle School part of?
Norris Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Norris Middle School located?
Norris Middle School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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