Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Norseman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norseman Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Norseman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norseman Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7343 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Norseman
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norseman Elementary School's ranking?
Norseman Elementary School is ranked #7343 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Norseman Elementary School?
616 students attend Norseman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Norseman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norseman Elementary School?
Norseman Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norseman Elementary School offer ?
Norseman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Norseman Elementary School part of?
Norseman Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Norseman Elementary School located?
Norseman Elementary School is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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