Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
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North Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
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North Salem Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 21, 2026
North Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Salem Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#69 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
88%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is North Salem Elementary School's ranking?
North Salem Elementary School is ranked #69 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are North Salem Elementary School often compared to?
North Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary A. Fisk Elementary School, Daniel J. Bakie School, Golden Brook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend North Salem Elementary School?
363 students attend North Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Salem Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Salem Elementary School?
North Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Salem Elementary School offer ?
North Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Salem Elementary School part of?
North Salem Elementary School is part of Salem School District.
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