Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Salem El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 47.8 square miles in Dover, PA. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Salem Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Salem Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#655 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Salem Elementary School's ranking?
North Salem Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Salem Elementary School often compared to?
North Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sinking Springs Elementary School, Dallastown 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 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend North Salem Elementary School?
384 students attend North Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of North Salem Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Salem Elementary School offer ?
North Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Salem Elementary School part of?
North Salem Elementary School is part of Dover Area School District.
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