Serving 773 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norcross Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia 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 Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norcross Elementary School's student population of 773 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Norcross Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norcross Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1298 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
76%
19%
Black
15%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norcross Elementary School's ranking?
Norcross Elementary School is ranked #1298 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Norcross Elementary School often compared to?
Norcross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcado Elementary School, Beaver Ridge Elementary 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 39% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Norcross Elementary School?
773 students attend Norcross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Norcross Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norcross Elementary School?
Norcross Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norcross Elementary School offer ?
Norcross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norcross Elementary School part of?
Norcross Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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