Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norton Commons Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norton Commons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Norton Commons Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Norton Commons Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norton Commons Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
18%
11%
White
52%
71%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Commons Elementary School's ranking?
Norton Commons Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Norton Commons Elementary School often compared to?
Norton Commons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Norton Commons Elementary School?
598 students attend Norton Commons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Norton Commons Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norton Commons Elementary School?
Norton Commons Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Norton Commons Elementary School offer ?
Norton Commons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norton Commons Elementary School part of?
Norton Commons Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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