Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School

101 N Main St
Salem, MO 65560
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Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School serves 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-1. 
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 257 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
257 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor

School Rankings

The diversity score of Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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State Level (MO)
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
9%
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Black
1%
15%
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White
88%
67%
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Two or more races
5%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.22
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(22-23)
12.5%
20.5%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
7%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School often compared to?
Wm. H. Lynch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Elementary School, North Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School?
257 students attend Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School?
Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School offer ?
Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School part of?
Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School is part of Salem R-80 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 257 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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