B.F. Norton Elementary School

364 Broad Street

School District

Cumberland
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

School Map for Cumberland School District

GreatSchools Rating

The school rating calculation is based on four ratings: the Student Progress Rating or Academic Progress Rating, College Readiness Rating, Equity Rating, and Test Score Rating each designed to show different facets of school success. Learn more about GreatSchools Ratings

Reviews

Submitted by parent on January 11, 2023

Writing this review because I’m sick of overhearing other parents taking about this school and how although their child is assigned here, they will fight for other schools in the district. I have three boys, and we have moved quite a few times. So we have had the opportunity to send our kids to other schools. That being said , this school has been hands down my favorite. The staff and teachers are amazing and go above and beyond. I’m not sure if it’s the diversity people are afraid of? But to me, that’s a GOOD thing for kids.
Submitted by parent on November 21, 2019

Had three kids at this school with an overall positive experience
Submitted by parent on August 27, 2014

Fortunately the best of the best teachers work at B.F. Norton. My children have attended other Cumberland schools and hands down the most dedicated staff can be found at B.F. The principal seems to genuinely care about the school, the students and the teachers. I feel the test scores and hence lower "Great Schools Ranking" is largely due to the much higher percentage of English as a Second Language students. Which brings to mind another positive of B.F. which is the diversity of the student body. This prepares students to respect other cultures, religions etc. Great school, I would fight to keep my kids in B.F. if they tried to redistrict and I think that says it all.
Submitted by parent on January 31, 2014

The kids are kids to each other.my son and daughter have the best teacher of the world
Submitted by parent on October 19, 2010

The diversity of children and the caring, fun loving staff!!!!
Submitted by teacher on October 17, 2010

BF Norton is a great school with a wonderful staff! The students' learning and needs come first at our school and everyone is willing to do thier part to insure a well rounded education for all.
Submitted by parent on October 15, 2010

I have worked in BF for 6 yrs now and thru the years I have learned how closely everyone works together to make sure each childs needs are met to the best of their ability, I love the caring of BF staff.
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2010

Day in and day out the faculty and staff do so much with so little, it would be nice to win the money and get some much need technology and other resources into our school!
Submitted by teacher on October 12, 2010

This school is composed of the most loving and hardworking children and teachers.
Submitted by parent on October 11, 2010

I love it because of the people who together create such a positive learning environment. Students, their families and staff.
Submitted by parent on October 10, 2010

Collegiality among staff is professional, loving and ongoing. Most staff begin their careers in this building and retire from BFN. We work the most at-risk students in our community. Having the most at-risk population in our district, and the pressure of high stakes testing no one wants to leave BF and teach at any other building. Rather, teachers from other schools want to come to us!
Submitted by parent on August 30, 2010

It has been my experience that the entire staff at B.F. Norton School is extremely dedicated and supportive to all of its students. What they contribute to each student's education at this school, goes well beyond the average school day. It is not an uncommom sight to see staff working well beyond school hours. This school is also very supportive of literacy. Their Family reading Club is awesome! It is a family oriented school that offers many family events, mostly at no cost. This school offers a student body of great diversity, which is proven to produce more well rounded children.If the parental involvement was increased here, the possibilities would be endless. We are very fortunate to our child attend such a great school and we are looking forward to another great year!
Submitted by parent on April 20, 2010

B. F. Norton students are very fortunate to have such an outstanding, professional staff that totally dedicates themselves to providing the best education possible for each and every one of their students. Not only do they take an active interest in each child and use the best techniques available to get their lessons across but they also bring a very special ingredient into the classroom love. What lucky kids!