Serving 255 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Anna E. Norris School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anna E. Norris School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Anna E. Norris School's student population of 255 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anna E. Norris School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anna E. Norris School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#715 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
66%
31%
Black
21%
12%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anna E. Norris School's ranking?
Anna E. Norris School is ranked #715 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Anna E. Norris School often compared to?
Anna E. Norris Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Anna E. Norris School?
255 students attend Anna E. Norris School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Anna E. Norris School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anna E. Norris School?
Anna E. Norris School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Anna E. Norris School offer ?
Anna E. Norris School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anna E. Norris School part of?
Anna E. Norris School is part of East Hartford School District.
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