Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Elementary School serves the entire school district in Salem, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 29.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salem Elementary School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Salem inspires learning, creativity, critical thinking, personal integrity, and citizenship.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Salem Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School, Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
389 students attend Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Salem Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Elementary School?
Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Salem Elementary School offer ?
Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salem Elementary School part of?
Salem Elementary School is part of Salem School District.
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