Norris Middle

883 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Norris Middle School, located at 6940 Calloway Dr. in Bakersfield, California, is a key component of the Norris School District. Serving students in the northern part of Bakersfield, the school is known for fostering an environment that emphasizes academic rigor, character development, and a strong sense of community. The campus is well-regarded for its commitment to preparing students for the transition to high school by offering a diverse curriculum and various extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student-led clubs, which help create a well-rounded educational experience.

The school is frequently recognized for its focus on maintaining high standards of instruction and providing support services tailored to the needs of its middle-school-aged student body. By leveraging a collaborative relationship between educators, parents, and the local community, Norris Middle School strives to cultivate a safe and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. Its location in the rapidly developing area of Northwest Bakersfield has allowed the school to remain a central hub for academic excellence within the district.

883

Total Students

38.8

Full-Time Teachers

22.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

37.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Norris Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	414
Hispanic	334
Black	20
Asian	59
Two or More	50
American Indian	6

White
414 (46.9 %)
Hispanic
334 (37.8 %)
Asian
59 (6.7 %)
Two or More
50 (5.7 %)
Black
20 (2.3 %)
American Indian
6 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Norris Elementary
Phone:	(661)387-7060
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	883
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	38.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	308
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	23

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 2

Grade 7 435

Grade 8 446