NORRIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
NORRIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the NORRIS SCHOOL DIST 160 school district, located in FIRTH, NE with about 559 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 31 teachers, NORRIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
NORRIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL, located in Firth, Nebraska, is a key component of the Norris School District. The school typically serves students in grades 5 and 6, acting as a transitional bridge between the elementary level and the more departmentalized structure of middle school. The facility is situated within a growing, close-knit community and is known for providing a supportive learning environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its pre-adolescent students.
As part of the larger Norris district, the school places a strong emphasis on student engagement, utilizing a curriculum designed to challenge learners while preparing them for future success in the upper grades. The campus environment is generally characterized by a collaborative atmosphere, featuring a dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize communication with families. By fostering a sense of community and school spirit, Norris Intermediate helps students build the foundational skills and confidence necessary to excel as they move through their educational journey.
For more information, contact NORRIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL at (402) 791-0040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FIRTH, NE 68358-7598
(402) 791-0040
NORRIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL is a public school in FIRTH, NE with about 559 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- NORRIS SCHOOL DIST 160
- Total Students:
- 559
- Teachers:
- 31.38
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 559 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NORRIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.
- White
- 91.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.8%
- Two or more races
- 1.4%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 45.8%
- Male
- 54.2%
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.