Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Salem Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Salem Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#855 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
71%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Salem Elementary School's ranking?
South Salem Elementary School is ranked #855 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Salem Elementary School often compared to?
South Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Philip Sousa Elementary School, Munsey Park Elementary School, Guggenheim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend South Salem Elementary School?
445 students attend South Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of South Salem Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Salem Elementary School?
South Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Salem Elementary School offer ?
South Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Salem Elementary School part of?
South Salem Elementary School is part of Port Washington Union Free School District.
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