Serving 492 students in grades 6-12, North Salem Middle School/high School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Salem Middle School/High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of North Salem, NY, covering approximately 28.1 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Salem Middle School/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Salem Middle School/high School's student population of 492 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Salem Middle School/high School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Salem Middle School/high School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1052 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Salem Middle School/high School's ranking?
North Salem Middle School/high School is ranked #1052 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Salem Middle School/high School?
The graduation rate of North Salem Middle School/high School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend North Salem Middle School/high School?
492 students attend North Salem Middle School/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North Salem Middle School/high School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Salem Middle School/high School?
North Salem Middle School/high School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Salem Middle School/high School offer ?
North Salem Middle School/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Salem Middle School/high School part of?
North Salem Middle School/high School is part of North Salem Central School District.
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