Norris Middle School
Bakersfield, CA 93312-9005
Phone: (661) 387-7060
Fax: (661) 399-9356
District: Norris Elementary
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 7-8 • 992 students
Bakersfield's Norris Middle School serves grades 7-8 in the Norris Elementary district. It is among the few public middle schools in California to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10.
Norris Middle School is a public school located in Bakersfield, CA. 992 students attend Norris Middle School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 7/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 2/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education. |
Posted: June 8, 2024
I, as a student of norris middle, have had an amazing experience at norris, theres many hands on projects between classes, and the teachers here actually make an effort to make lessons enjoyable, I couldnt have had a better experience in middle school, I havent had this much fun in years, now that schools ended I already feel the urge to return. Making friends their seems difficult at first but couldnt be easier, i myself being someone who a lot of people know, but not necessarily popular found making new friends easy, as well as fitting into a clique of people. As every middle school should, they Dont baby you through everything they put in the maximum effort into teaching students responsibility. In conclusion, for any parent wondering if they should enroll their child in this school, i recommend, from the variety of people, activities, classes, and overall acceptance this school is a 10/10.
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Posted: May 10, 2024
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Posted: November 9, 2023
We havent had the best experience at Norris so far. Many of the kids are clicky, unkind, and bullies. My child has never had an issue making friends, but its been tough here. The school also doesnt seem to promote outside events, to help bring the families and kids together, outside of the regular school-day environment.
With that being said, the administrative staff does take the negative environment and bullying very seriously and have been working with us to help resolve the issues, which I greatly appreciate.
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Posted: March 27, 2020
I now have my third child going to this school. This is such a wonderful, caring, and up to date school. My second child entered hating school and was behind due to it. By the end of 7th grade she was so upset to leave for summer break. She was loving it so much. She is now a straight A student a Centennial is graduating with honors. If you can send your child here please do, you will see what I mean. The one on one teaching is amazing.
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Posted: September 21, 2017
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Posted: September 21, 2017
Norris Middle School has an attentive staff, and well qualified teachers. My two oldest sons have both attended school here over the past few years, and are strong academic students, but well supported by their studies here. The principal, Mr. Carr, is pleasant, and very suited to his profession. He runs a good campus, and staff. We have been pleased with all administrators, and teachers at this school.
Posted: July 27, 2014
I am a student of Norris middle school and between the teachers and students there is more favoritism with some students them others. The teachers at Norris aren't exited about teaching and the kids are not interested so they don't get it. As a former student I would say they don't decrease the population of bulling they increase it and that's why I hate going there. There are better schools in oil dale where I live and the yard aid (staff) try to get you in trouble and I wouldn't recommend this school to anyone who like learning because they will ruin it for you. I know they did for me!!
Posted: November 3, 2012
This school is a joke. We recently moved to this area and my child is already falling behind academically, the standards are so low. The teachers are unmotivated and do not follow through with what they say. The office staff are far to busy controlling (borderline bullying) students instead of acting like adults. These people can't even clear an absence correctly! The principal(s) are no better. We are already looking for a new place to live because I have to get my child out of this school. Do your child a favor and avoid this substandard school.
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