Norman High School is a four-year public high school in Norman, Oklahoma, with a steady enrollment of approximately 2,000 students. It is accredited by North Central Association, the Oklahoma State Department of Education and the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association.
Serving 2,132 students in grades 9-12, Norman High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Norman High School's student population of 2,132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1891
School Rankings
Norman High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman High School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
8%
8%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)86%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Norman Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman High School's ranking?
Norman High School is ranked #484 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Norman High School often compared to?
Norman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norman North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norman High School?
The graduation rate of Norman High School is 86%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Norman High School?
2,132 students attend Norman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Norman High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norman High School?
Norman High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Norman High School offer ?
Norman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norman High School part of?
Norman High School is part of Norman School District.
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