Serving 713 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Salem Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Avenue Elementary serves the northeast part of Hagerstown, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salem Avenue Elementary School's student population of 713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
713 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating learning communities that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and inspire success.
School Rankings
Salem Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Avenue Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#662 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Avenue Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Salem Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paramount Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Salem Avenue Elementary School?
713 students attend Salem Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Salem Avenue Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Avenue Elementary School?
Salem Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salem Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Salem Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salem Avenue Elementary School part of?
Salem Avenue Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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