North Salem Elementary School

140 Zion Hill Rd.
Salem, NH 03079
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Top 20%
Serving 353 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 14:1 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: 353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 20% in NH
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

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School Overview

North Salem Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
353 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 21, 2026

School Rankings

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 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NH)
#69 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
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60-64%
42%
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60-64%
51%
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30-39%
36%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
6%
8%
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Black
1%
2%
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White
88%
82%
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Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.22
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(22-23)
11.1%
24.8%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
20%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagle

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 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?
353 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 14:1, 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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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