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#1388 of 2,268 schools in GA
Norris Elementary School
Elementary School · Mcduffie County · Thomson, GA
A Mcduffie County elementary school where students score 10 points above what's typical for similar communities.
1861 Harrison Rd SE, Thomson, GA 30824
- Math 29% vs GA 42% (2024)
- Reading 31% vs GA 42% (2024)
- 12:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Norris Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
2024 GA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. GA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 15 points since 2020, reaching 30% in 2024.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 44% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 46% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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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Where Norris Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 10Car-Dependent
- Bike 25Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Elevated715/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$54,214
Median home value
$158,500
Median rent
$810/mo
College educated
20.2%
Homeownership
65%
Poverty rate
18.8%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 30824; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dearing Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.3 | PK–5 | Not available | 422 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Mcduffie County
- Schools in district
- 6
- Rank in district
- #4 of 6
- District spending per student
- $15,648NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 29.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
Norris Elementary School is listed in McDuffie County; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Norris Elementary School
Norris Elementary School is a public elementary school in Thomson, GA, part of Mcduffie County, serving approximately 288 students in grades 4th-5th with a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,388 of 2,268 schools in GA. State assessment records show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Norris Elementary School
What grades does Norris Elementary School serve?
Norris Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.
How many students attend Norris Elementary School?
Norris Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norris Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Norris Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norris Elementary School rank in GA?
Norris Elementary School ranks #1,388 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Norris Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Norris Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Norris Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norris Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Norris Elementary School a charter school?
No, Norris Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norris Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Norris Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norris Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Norris Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 4th – 5th
- Enrollment
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- McDuffie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (706) 986-4600
- Area population (ZIP 30824)
- 17,181
- Area average commute
- 22.3 min
- Area median age
- 41.4
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 GA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 GA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 GA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 GA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 30824; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
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