Norris Elementary School

1861 Harrison Rd Se
Thomson, GA 30824
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4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 288 students in grades 4-5, Norris 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Norris Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
288 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Motto
RAMS PRIDE…Purposely Running In the Direction of Excellence

School Rankings

Norris 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 Norris Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1489 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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31%
39%
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23%
40%
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15-19%
40%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
2%
19%
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Black
71%
36%
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White
19%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.46
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
15%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norris Elementary School's ranking?
Norris Elementary School is ranked #1489 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Norris Elementary School?
288 students attend Norris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Norris Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norris Elementary School?
Norris Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norris Elementary School offer ?
Norris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norris Elementary School part of?
Norris Elementary School is part of Mcduffie County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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