In 2022, the top five national normal universities were Beijing Normal University, East China Normal University, Central China Normal University, Nanjing Normal University, Northeast Normal University and Southwest University.

Taking Beijing Normal University as an example, the comprehensive strength of Beijing Normal University ranks among the top universities in China. There are 77 undergraduate majors, 38 first-level disciplines authorized by master's degree, 32 first-level disciplines authorized by doctor's degree and 28 post-doctoral research stations. 38 disciplines cover 10 disciplines, forming a comprehensive discipline layout.