Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norway Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norway Elementary School's student population of 254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Norway Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norway Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#239 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
98%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norway Elementary School's ranking?
Norway Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Norway Elementary School?
254 students attend Norway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Norway Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norway Elementary School?
Norway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norway Elementary School offer ?
Norway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norway Elementary School part of?
Norway Elementary School is part of Norway-Vulcan Area Schools School District.
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