NORRIS HIGH SCHOOL

736 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Norris High School, located in Firth, Nebraska, serves as the central high school for the Norris School District. Situated just south of Lincoln, the school functions as a hub for a rapidly growing suburban and rural community. The campus is known for its modern facilities and a strong emphasis on providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academics with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and career-technical education programs.

The school is widely recognized for its "Titan" spirit and its commitment to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment. By leveraging its location within a district that prioritizes community engagement, Norris High School maintains a reputation for high academic standards and student achievement. It serves a diverse student body, preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional college-preparatory coursework and innovative learning initiatives tailored to the needs of the modern workforce.

736

Total Students

48.9

Full-Time Teachers

15.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

6.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NORRIS HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	670
Hispanic	40
Black	2
Asian	5
Two or More	18
American Indian	1

White
670 (91.0%)
Hispanic
40 (5.4%)
Two or More
18 (2.4%)
Asian
5 (0.7%)
Black
2 (0.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	NORRIS SCHOOL DIST 160
Phone:	(402)791-0010
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	736
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	48.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	33
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	11

* 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

Grade 9 189

Grade 10 185

Grade 11 191

Grade 12 171