Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Norton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norton Elementary School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Norton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1202 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Elementary School's ranking?
Norton Elementary School is ranked #1202 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Norton Elementary School often compared to?
Norton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Adams Elementary School, Eastside Elementary School, Mendon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Norton Elementary School?
247 students attend Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Norton Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norton Elementary School?
Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norton Elementary School offer ?
Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norton Elementary School part of?
Norton Elementary School is part of Three Rivers Community Schools.
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