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#51 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 35% of private schools
Norfolk Catholic Elem.
Elementary School
2301 W MADISON AVE, Norfolk, NE 68701
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#51 of 143
In Norfolk
#3 of 5
public schools
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Norfolk Catholic Elem.
Elementary School in Norfolk · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Norfolk Catholic Elem.
Norfolk Catholic Elem. is a private elementary school in Norfolk, NE. Norfolk Catholic Elem. serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Norfolk Catholic Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Norfolk Catholic Elem. is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Norfolk Catholic Elem. compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Norfolk, NE
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Norfolk Catholic Elem. (this school) | 6.8 |
| LITTLE PANTHERS PRESCHOOL | 3.5 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| GRANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| NORFOLK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| WOODLAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCH | 7.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NE.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2301 W MADISON AVE, Norfolk, NE 68701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norfolk Catholic Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WOODLAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCH (rated 7.6/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORFOLK CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| LITTLE PANTHERS PRESCHOOL Norfolk | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| GRANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NORFOLK JR HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| NORFOLK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH NORTHEAST Norfolk | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hadar | 1.8 mi | — |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| NORFOLK MIDDLE SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| WOODLAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCH Norfolk | 5.2 mi | 7.6 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoskins | 8.8 mi | — |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Battle Creek | 8.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Battle Creek | 8.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BATTLE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Battle Creek | 8.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,862
Median Home Value
$200,400
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
31,172
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
13.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairbury, NE | 6.8 |
| COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 6.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering, NE | 6.8 |
| SANDY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairfield, NE | 6.8 |
| SEYMOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ralston, NE | 6.8 |
| SOUTH WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sidney, NE | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norfolk Catholic Elem.
What grades does Norfolk Catholic Elem. serve?
Norfolk Catholic Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Norfolk Catholic Elem.?
Norfolk Catholic Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norfolk Catholic Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Norfolk Catholic Elem. is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Norfolk Catholic Elem. rank in NE?
Norfolk Catholic Elem. ranks #51 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is Norfolk Catholic Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Norfolk Catholic Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Norfolk Catholic Elem. a private school?
Yes, Norfolk Catholic Elem. is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Norfolk Catholic Elem. a religious school?
Norfolk Catholic Elem. has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (402) 371-4584
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