For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 295 students in Salem, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Salem, NY is Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, NY public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Salem have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Salem, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41 E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-9505
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-9505
Gr: PK-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Salem, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Salem, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Salem, NY include Salem Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Salem?
1 public preschools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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