Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Salmon River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salmon River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Salmon River Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salmon River Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salmon River Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3472 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
22%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
64%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salmon River Elementary School's ranking?
Salmon River Elementary School is ranked #3472 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Salmon River Elementary School?
305 students attend Salmon River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Salmon River Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salmon River Elementary School?
Salmon River Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salmon River Elementary School offer ?
Salmon River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Salmon River Elementary School part of?
Salmon River Elementary School is part of Salmon River Central School District.
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