Best Schools in Norton, Virginia
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
Choosing a school in Norton?
Use this page to compare every school in Norton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Norton Elementary
Elementary · Norton City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
J.i. Burton High
High · Norton City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Central High
High · Wise County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Norton for 2026 are Norton Elementary (8.0/10), J.i. Burton High (7.8/10), and Central High (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$105,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$105,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Norton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norton Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | J.i. Burton High | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Central High | 7.5 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $39,797
- Median home value
- $105,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Norton compares
Virginia rank
#20 of 185
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.5
above Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$40k
45% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
Norton City Public Schools runs 67% of Norton's public schools
Norton touches 2 districts, but Norton City Public Schools is the one most addresses actually attend.
Norton City Public Schools accounts for 2 of 3 public schools (67%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 7.5 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Norton, not a citywide average.
- Norton City Public Schools2 public · 67%
- Wise County Public Schools1 public · 33%
About Schools in Norton, Virginia
Norton, Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Norton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Norton is Norton Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Norton is served by 2 school districts: Norton City Public Schools, Wise County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 6,690 students.
Norton's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,797. The poverty rate in the area is 22.0%.
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 | 491 students · Pre-K–7th | 8.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 316 students · 8th–12th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 663 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Norton
Norton, Virginia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,797
Median Home Value
$105,600
Median Rent
$678/mo
Population
5,860
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
62%
Poverty Rate
22.0%
Community Profile
Norton has a median household income of $39,797. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $105,600, with a median rent of $678/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Norton, Virginia
How many schools are in Norton, Virginia?
Norton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Norton, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Norton is 7.8 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 Norton, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Norton on MySchoolScout is Norton Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Norton, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Norton on MySchoolScout is Norton Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Norton, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Norton on MySchoolScout is J.i. Burton High with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Norton, Virginia?
Norton is served by 2 school districts: Norton City Public Schools, Wise County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Norton, Virginia?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Norton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Norton, Virginia?
The median household income in Norton is approximately $39,797 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Norton, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Norton is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Norton, Virginia?
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, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.