NORTON HIGH SCHOOL

Norton High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Norton Community Schools school district, located in Norton, KS with about 214 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 20 teachers, Norton High has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Norton Community High School (NCHS), located at 513 W. Wilberforce Street in Norton, Kansas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the USD 211 school district. As a pillar of the local community, the school is committed to fostering academic achievement and personal growth for students in grades 9 through 12. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Norton Community High School offers a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletic programs, student organizations, and elective courses that allow students to explore diverse interests. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, leveraging its status as a community hub to build strong partnerships between faculty, students, and local families. For more information regarding school events, faculty contacts, and district policies, interested individuals can visit their official website at http://nchs.usd211.org.

For more information, contact Norton High at (785) 877-3338 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.