Serving 513 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- 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%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
North Salem Middle School/high School's student population of 513 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
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 0.48, 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
#1052 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend North Salem Middle School/high School?
513 students attend North Salem Middle School/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Salem Middle School/high School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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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