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Norton city

Virginia · Public K-12

Norton city runs 2 public K-12 schools per the latest NCES counts, with an average school size of about 428 students. By level, that breaks down as 1 elementary and 1 high schools.

7-year change in Norton city

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
855
+57 (+7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
86%
was 85%
% Hispanic
3%
was 2%
% Black
4%
was 6%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
2
1 districts
Enrollment
855
NCES CCD
Median income
$41,495
Below Virginia avg
Free/reduced lunch
99.5%
Above Virginia avg
Elementary
1
527 students
Middle
0
schools
High
1
328 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Norton City Public Schools
855 students · 1 district in Norton city

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Norton city residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
92%
Hispanic
3%
Black
2%
Asian
0%
Two or more
6%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
86%
Hispanic
2%
Black
4%
Asian
1%
Two or more
7%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
13.7%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
19.0%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.8%
civilian labor
Median age
41
20.2% under 18

Test scores in Norton city

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 2 schools ranked. Virginia state average: 74.2%.

Top 2 schools (ELA)
  1. J.I. Burton High· 84.0%
  2. Norton Elementary· 75.0%

See all 2 schools in Norton city ranked by score →

All schools (2)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Norton ElementaryNortonElementaryPK-07527·
J.I. Burton HighNortonHigh08-12328·

Cities in Norton city

Norton2 schools

About Norton city

Norton city is a low-population county of about 3,577 residents in Virginia. Its public-school system teaches approximately 855 students across 2 schools.

Stepping back, census numbers show the median household earns about $41,495 a year, roughly 14% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and roughly 19% of residents live below the federal poverty line. That income level is 46% below the Virginia median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Norton city comprises 1 elementary school (527 students), and 1 high school (328).

Norton City Public Schools is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 855 students across Norton city.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 855 students, increased 7% from the 798 reported in SY 2017-18.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Norton city discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Norton city?
Norton city, Virginia has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 855 students.
How many high schools are in Norton city?
Norton city, Virginia has 1 public high school, serving approximately 328 students.
How many elementary schools are in Norton city?
Norton city, Virginia has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 527 students.
What is the largest school district in Norton city?
Norton City Public Schools is the largest school district in Norton city, serving approximately 855 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Norton city?
Norton city, Virginia has a population of approximately 3,577, with a median age of 41. About 20.2% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Norton city?
Median household income in Norton city is $41,495, below the Virginia average of $76,527. About 19.0% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Norton city?
Approximately 13.7% of adults 25 and older in Norton city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Norton city qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 99.5% of students in Norton city public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Virginia county average of 75.7%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Norton city schools?
Across Norton city public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 13.7 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Norton city?
Norton city residents are approximately 92% White, 3% Hispanic, 2% Black, 0% Asian, 6% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data