Norway Elementary School

Benton Comm School District
100 School Drive
Norway, IA 52318
336 Students
Middle School 4th - 6th
School Overview
Norway Elementary School is a public primary educational institution located in Norway, Iowa, serving as a key component of the Benton Community School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, emphasizing foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As part of a consolidated district, Norway Elementary plays an essential role in the local community, striving to prepare its students for successful transitions into the district's middle and high school programs.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Benton Community School District, which prioritizes student-centered instruction and the integration of modern educational resources. By maintaining a small-town atmosphere, the school promotes strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. Those looking for more detailed information regarding curriculum, district policies, school calendars, or staff directories can visit their official website at [www.benton.k12.ia.us](http://www.benton.k12.ia.us).
336
Total Students
23.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
25.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    302 (89.9%)
  • Hispanic
    15 (4.5%)
  • Two or More
    12 (3.6%)
  • Black
    5 (1.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Benton Comm School District
Phone: (319)227-7142
Website: http://www.benton.k12.ia.us
Grade Range: 4th - 6th
Total Students: 336
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 66
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19

* 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 4 104
Grade 5 114
Grade 6 118
Gender Ratio