For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,920 students in 03079, NH (there are 8 private schools, serving 647 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 03079, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 03079, NH are North Salem Elementary School, The Birches Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School and William T. Barron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03079 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03079, NH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03079, NH Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Salem Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
140 Zion Hill Rd.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7062
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7062
Grades: K-5
| 354 students
Rank: #22.
The Birches Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
419 South Broadway 2nd Floor
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 458-6399
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 458-6399
Grades: K-8
| 223 students
Rank: #33.
William T. Barron Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
55 Butler St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7067
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7067
Grades: K-5
| 407 students
Rank: #44.
William E. Lancaster School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
54 Millville St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7059
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7059
Grades: K-5
| 247 students
Rank: #55.
Woodbury School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
206 Main St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7055
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7055
Grades: 6-8
| 791 students
Rank: #66.
Granite State Arts Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19 Keewaydin Drive
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 912-4944
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 912-4944
Grades: 9-12
| 121 students
Rank: #77.
Salem High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
44 Geremonty Dr.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7069
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7069
Grades: 9-13
| 1,165 students
Rank: #88.
Mary A. Fisk Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14 Main St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7051
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7051
Grades: K-5
| 241 students
Rank: #99.
Dr. L. F. Soule School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
173 South Policy St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7053
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7053
Grades: K-5
| 267 students
03079, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
24 School St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7064
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7064
Grades: 1-5
| 164 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 03079, NH?
The top ranked public schools in 03079, NH include North Salem Elementary School, The Birches Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School and William T. Barron Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 03079, NH?
10 public schools are located in 03079, NH.
What percentage of students in 03079, NH go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 03079, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03079, NH?
03079, NH public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
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