Serving 728 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Norton Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Norton Elementary School's student population of 728 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 1250 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
13%
11%
White
59%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Elementary School's ranking?
Norton Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Norton Elementary School often compared to?
Norton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norton Commons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Norton Elementary School?
728 students attend Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Norton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norton Elementary School?
Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Norton Elementary School offer ?
Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norton Elementary School part of?
Norton Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2010
Norton was (and still is) a wonderful school. I went to Norton all the way from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. The availability of programs and extracurricular activities is extraordinary. What was really important to me was that the teachers, assistants, principal, PTA, and all other people at Norton were understanding and nice. Don't let anyone tell you differently.
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