Best Schools in Norfork, Arkansas
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Norfork by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Norfork Elementary School
Elementary · Norfork School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Norfork High School
High · Norfork School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$102,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$102,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Norfork
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norfork Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Norfork High School | 6.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $37,961
- Median home value
- $102,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Norfork compares
Median household income
$38k
69% of Arkansas median
About Schools in Norfork, Arkansas
Norfork, Arkansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Norfork show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Norfork is Norfork Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Norfork is served by 1 school district: NORFORK SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 454 students.
Norfork's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $37,961. The poverty rate in the area is 27.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 251 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 203 students · 7th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Norfork
Norfork, Arkansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$37,961
Median Home Value
$102,900
Median Rent
$727/mo
Population
1,853
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
27.0%
Community Profile
Norfork has a median household income of $37,961. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,900, with a median rent of $727/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arkansas
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Arkansas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Norfork, Arkansas
How many schools are in Norfork, Arkansas?
Norfork has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Norfork, Arkansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Norfork is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Norfork, Arkansas?
The top-ranked school in Norfork on MySchoolScout is Norfork Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Norfork, Arkansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Norfork on MySchoolScout is Norfork Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Norfork, Arkansas?
The top-ranked high school in Norfork on MySchoolScout is Norfork High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Norfork, Arkansas?
Norfork is served by 1 school district: Norfork School District.
What is the education level in Norfork, Arkansas?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Norfork have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Norfork, Arkansas?
The median household income in Norfork is approximately $37,961 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Norfork, Arkansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Norfork is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Norfork, Arkansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.