Serving 520 students in grades 3-5, North Salisbury Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Salisbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
North Salisbury Elementary School's student population of 520 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
North Salisbury Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Salisbury Elementary School is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
39%
33%
White
32%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Salisbury Elementary School's ranking?
North Salisbury Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North Salisbury Elementary School?
520 students attend North Salisbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of North Salisbury Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Salisbury Elementary School?
North Salisbury Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Salisbury Elementary School offer ?
North Salisbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Salisbury Elementary School part of?
North Salisbury Elementary School is part of Wicomico County School District.
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