Norris Elementary

257 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Norris Elementary School, located in the quiet, scenic community of Norris, Tennessee, serves as a focal point for primary education in Anderson County. Nestled near the entrance to Norris Dam State Park, the school benefits from a peaceful, small-town atmosphere that emphasizes a close-knit relationship between students, faculty, and the local community. It is known for fostering a supportive learning environment where academic fundamentals are balanced with character development and community involvement.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student success and its integration into the unique history of Norris, which was originally planned as a model town for workers during the construction of the Norris Dam. Because of its location, the school often incorporates the natural beauty and historical significance of the surrounding area into its culture. With a focus on preparing young learners for their future academic journeys, Norris Elementary prioritizes small-school values, dedicated parental involvement, and a nurturing environment designed to help every child reach their potential.

257

Total Students

16.4

Full-Time Teachers

15.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Norris Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	232
Hispanic	11
Black	4
Asian	1
Two or More	8
American Indian	1

White
232 (90.3%)
Hispanic
11 (4.3%)
Two or More
8 (3.1%)
Black
4 (1.6%)
Asian
1 (0.4%)
American Indian
1 (0.4%)

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:	Yes
District:	Anderson County
Phone:	(865)494-7422
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	257
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	16.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 12

Kindergarten 35

Grade 1 45

Grade 2 41

Grade 3 37

Grade 4 38

Grade 5 49