Norview High School is a public high school in central Norfolk, Virginia. Norview High School is one of the five local high schools that serve the city in the Norfolk Public Schools system. It is home of the Dodson Scholars Program and the Leadership Center for Science and Engineering program.
Serving 1,821 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (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 1,821 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
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Unlocking each child’s potential with rigor, relevance and relationships.
School Rankings
Norview High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norview High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#842 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
53%
22%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pilot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norview High School's ranking?
Norview High School is ranked #842 out of 1,773 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 79%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Norview High School?
1,821 students attend Norview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Norview High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norview High School?
Norview High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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