NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

District Overview
Located at 512 Philip Ave in Norfolk, Nebraska, Norfolk Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district that serves as an educational anchor for its surrounding remote town community. Operating 12 campuses across the Norfolk micropolitan area, the district offers a seamless learning continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With an enrollment of 4,543 students, the district maintains a steady distribution across all grade levels, supporting early childhood development for over 300 pre-K children through robust secondary programming that guides hundreds of high school students toward graduation each year.

The district’s student body reflects a rich demographic tapestry, prominently featuring Hispanic, White, and multiracial learners alongside American Indian, Black, and Asian students. To ensure every student receives targeted academic and personal guidance, Norfolk Public Schools leverages a dedicated workforce of more than 1,300 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This team includes approximately 621 classroom teachers, 150 instructional aides, and over 530 operational and student support personnel. For families, students, and education researchers, Norfolk Public Schools stands out as a well-resourced Midwestern district equipped with the professional capacity and structural scale necessary to foster comprehensive academic achievement.
12
Total Schools
4,543
Total Students
620.7
Full-Time Teachers
7.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Demographic Student Count
White2,675
Hispanic1,442
Black75
Asian37
Two or More240
American Indian74
  • White
    2,675 (58.9%)
  • Hispanic
    1,442 (31.7%)
  • Two or More
    240 (5.3%)
  • Black
    75 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    74 (1.6%)
  • Asian
    37 (0.8%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary7
Middle2
High2
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:12
Students:4,543*
Teachers (FTE):620.7*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.3
Schools in NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Found 12 Schools
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
Middle School 5th - 6th
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th