Serving 1,196 students in grades 6-8, Norview Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norview Middle School's student population of 1,196 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
Norview Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norview Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1623 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
66%
21%
White
9%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norview Middle School's ranking?
Norview Middle School is ranked #1623 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Norview Middle School often compared to?
Norview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruffner School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Norview Middle School?
1,196 students attend Norview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Norview Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norview Middle School?
Norview Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norview Middle School offer ?
Norview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norview Middle School part of?
Norview Middle School is part of Norfolk City School District.
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