For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,470 students in Norton, VA.
The top ranked public schools in Norton, VA are J.i. Burton High School, Norton Elementary School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Norton, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Norton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Norton, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J.i. Burton High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
109 11th St
Norton, VA 24273
(276) 679-2554
Norton, VA 24273
(276) 679-2554
Gr: 8-12 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Norton Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 E Park Ave
Norton, VA 24273
(276) 679-0971
Norton, VA 24273
(276) 679-0971
Gr: PK-7 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Central High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5000 Warrior Drive
Norton, VA 24273
(276) 328-8015
Norton, VA 24273
(276) 328-8015
Gr: 9-12 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Norton, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Norton, VA include J.i. Burton High School, Norton Elementary School and Central High School.
How many public schools are located in Norton?
3 public schools are located in Norton.
What is the racial composition of students in Norton?
Norton public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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