Best Schools in Norman, Oklahoma
36 schools · 27 Elementary · 5 Middle · 4 High
Choosing a school in Norman?
Use this page to compare every school in Norman by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Dimensions Academy
Elementary · Norman. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wilson ES
Elementary · Norman. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lincoln ES
Elementary · Norman. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Norman for 2026 are Dimensions Academy (8.5/10), Wilson ES (8.2/10), and Lincoln ES (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 33 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
36
30 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$244,100
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
36
30 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$244,100
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 65% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Norman schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +26.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Norman schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Norman
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (33 of 36). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dimensions Academy | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Wilson ES | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Lincoln ES | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Washington ES | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Truman ES | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Mckinley ES | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Classen Montessori School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Norman North HS | 7.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Norman HS | 7.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Terra Verde Discovery School | 7.1 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $72,653
- Median home value
- $244,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
30% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Norman compares
Oklahoma rank
#111 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$73k
120% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
33
About Schools in Norman, Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma has 30 ranked public schools with an average score of 6.5 out of 10. That average sits solidly in the middle of the scale, but the range matters more than the mean. A third of Norman schools — 10 out of 30 — score 7 or above, giving families genuine access to high-performing options across the city.
Elementary schools lead Norman's performance profile. Lincoln ES tops the city at 9.1 out of 10, the highest score among all ranked public schools here. Lakeview ES follows at 8.9, with Wilson ES at 8.7, Roosevelt ES at 8.6, and Monroe ES at 8.2. Five elementary schools clearing the 8.0 mark in a single city is a strong cluster — parents prioritizing the early grades have multiple competitive options to compare. These schools consistently outperform the city average and signal that elementary-level instruction is where Norman's public system shows its greatest strength.
The 6.5 city average means roughly half of Norman's schools fall below that line. Parents should not assume geographic proximity to a good district guarantees a strong assignment — school-by-school research matters here. The gap between the top-rated schools and lower-scoring ones is wide enough that address-level lookup is worth the extra step before finalizing a neighborhood or rental decision. Norman's school boundaries are tied closely to the Norman Public Schools district, which serves most of the city, so parents are largely navigating options within one administrative structure rather than choosing between competing districts.
Practically, families focused on elementary performance have the strongest selection. Lincoln ES and Lakeview ES are the benchmark schools to compare others against. For parents evaluating middle or high school options, the top-heavy elementary data suggests doing additional research at those grade levels rather than assuming the same performance pattern carries through. With 33 percent of schools scoring 7 or higher, Norman outpaces many Oklahoma cities in the share of high-performing schools, making it a reasonable choice for families where school quality is a deciding factor in where they live.
Elementary Schools
27 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 211 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 239 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 3 | 268 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 4 | 484 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 5 | 324 students · 3rd–5th | 7.7 |
| 6 | 366 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 7 | 506 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 8 | 483 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 9 | 485 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 10 | 367 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 |
Show all 27 elementary schools in Norman
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 712 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 265 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 3 | 734 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 4 | 728 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 5 | 1,094 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,369 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 2,132 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 325 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 4 | 497 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
Schools in Norman
Norman, Oklahoma · 36 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$72,653
Median Home Value
$244,100
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
133,050
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Community Profile
Norman has a median household income of $72,653. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $244,100, with a median rent of $1,044/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 27
- Middle
- 5
- High
- 4
Resources
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Norman, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Norman, Oklahoma?
Norman has 36 schools, including 30 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Norman, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Norman is 6.2 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 Norman, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Norman on MySchoolScout is Dimensions Academy with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Norman, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Norman on MySchoolScout is Dimensions Academy with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Norman, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Norman on MySchoolScout is Alcott MS with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Norman, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Norman on MySchoolScout is Norman North HS with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Norman, Oklahoma?
Norman is served by 4 school districts: Le Monde International (charter), Little Axe, Norman, Robin Hill.
What is the education level in Norman, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Norman have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Norman, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Norman is approximately $72,653 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Norman, Oklahoma?
Yes, Norman has 6 private schools alongside 30 public schools. The top-rated private school is Classen Montessori School with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Norman, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Norman is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Norman, Oklahoma?
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, Oklahoma Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.