Serving 231 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Salisbury Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Salisbury Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Salisbury, MO school district, encompassing approximately 290.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salisbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Salisbury Elementary School's student population of 231 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salisbury Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salisbury Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#721 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salisbury Elementary School's ranking?
Salisbury Elementary School is ranked #721 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Salisbury Elementary School?
231 students attend Salisbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Salisbury Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salisbury Elementary School?
Salisbury Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Salisbury Elementary School offer ?
Salisbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salisbury Elementary School part of?
Salisbury Elementary School is part of Salisbury R-IV School District.
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