NORCROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Norcross Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gwinnett County school district, located in Norcross, GA with about 980 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 67 teachers, Norcross Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Norcross Elementary School, located at 150 Hunt St in the historic downtown area of Norcross, Georgia, is a vibrant K-5 institution that serves as a cornerstone of its local community. As part of the Gwinnett County Public School system, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a diverse, inclusive environment that reflects the unique character of the Norcross area. The school focuses on building a strong foundation in core subjects while encouraging student growth through a variety of extracurricular activities and community engagement initiatives.

The school is particularly recognized for its dedication to meeting the needs of a multifaceted student body, placing a high value on collaboration between educators, parents, and the surrounding neighborhood. With a goal to prepare students for the demands of middle school and beyond, Norcross Elementary emphasizes not only rigorous classroom instruction but also the development of character and social-emotional skills. Its central location in the heart of the city allows the school to maintain a close-knit feel while benefiting from the resources and support of one of Georgia's largest school districts.

For more information, contact Norcross Elementary School at (770) 448-2188 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

150 Hunt St
Norcross, GA 30071
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NORCROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Norcross, GA with about 980 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Gwinnett County
Total Students:
980
Teachers:
67
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 980 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NORCROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 71% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
71.4%
Black or African American
16.3%
Asian
5.3%
White
4.5%
Two or more races
1.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.