Serving 258 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salisbury Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Salisbury El Sch serves the eastern part of Gap, PA, covering an area of approximately 38.5 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salisbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salisbury Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
Campus Size
12 acres
School Motto
'Where Each Learner Counts'
School Rankings
Salisbury Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salisbury Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1649 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salisbury Elementary School's ranking?
Salisbury Elementary School is ranked #1649 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Salisbury Elementary School?
258 students attend Salisbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Salisbury Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salisbury Elementary School?
Salisbury Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salisbury Elementary School offer ?
Salisbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salisbury Elementary School part of?
Salisbury Elementary School is part of Pequea Valley School District.
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