For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 979 students in Norton, VA.
The top ranked public high schools in Norton, VA are J.i. Burton High 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 high schools have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Norton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public high schools.
Norton, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools in Norton, VA (2025-26)
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.
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 high schools in Norton, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in Norton, VA include J.i. Burton High School and Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in Norton?
2 public high schools are located in Norton.
What is the racial composition of students in Norton?
Norton public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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