Norton Commons Elementary
598 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Norton Commons Elementary, located in the master-planned community of Prospect, Kentucky, is a highly regarded public school within the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. Serving students in grades K–5, the school is known for its strong emphasis on community integration and academic excellence. Because it is situated in the heart of the Norton Commons neighborhood, the school enjoys a unique "walkable" culture where many students can easily travel to campus, fostering a close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere that mirrors the surrounding area's design philosophy.
The school is frequently recognized for its dedicated staff and high parent involvement, which play significant roles in its consistent academic performance. Norton Commons Elementary focuses on a well-rounded curriculum that blends traditional classroom instruction with modern educational strategies, often utilizing its unique location to integrate local resources into the student experience. With its focus on both rigorous learning standards and social-emotional development, the school maintains a reputation as a cornerstone of the Prospect community and a sought-after destination for families in the region.
The school is frequently recognized for its dedicated staff and high parent involvement, which play significant roles in its consistent academic performance. Norton Commons Elementary focuses on a well-rounded curriculum that blends traditional classroom instruction with modern educational strategies, often utilizing its unique location to integrate local resources into the student experience. With its focus on both rigorous learning standards and social-emotional development, the school maintains a reputation as a cornerstone of the Prospect community and a sought-after destination for families in the region.
598
Total Students
34.2
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
27.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 311 |
| Hispanic | 47 |
| Black | 107 |
| Asian | 86 |
| Two or More | 47 |
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White311 (52.0%)
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Black107 (17.9%)
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Asian86 (14.4%)
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Hispanic47 (7.9%)
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Two or More47 (7.9%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Jefferson County |
| Phone: | (502)485-8367 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 598 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 153 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 10 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
99
Grade 1
94
Grade 2
99
Grade 3
98
Grade 4
105
Grade 5
103
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 99 |
| Grade 1 | 94 |
| Grade 2 | 99 |
| Grade 3 | 98 |
| Grade 4 | 105 |
| Grade 5 | 103 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 278 | 46.5% |
| Male | 320 | 53.5% |
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