Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Salmon River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salmon River Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Fort Covington, NY, covering approximately 103.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salmon River Elementary School's student population of 311 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salmon River Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salmon River Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4051 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
29%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salmon River Elementary School's ranking?
Salmon River Elementary School is ranked #4051 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Salmon River Elementary School?
311 students attend Salmon River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Salmon River Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salmon River Elementary School?
Salmon River Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salmon River Elementary School offer ?
Salmon River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salmon River Elementary School part of?
Salmon River Elementary School is part of Salmon River Central School District.
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