Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Salem Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
South Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Salem Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#786 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
72%
40%
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
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Salem Elementary School's ranking?
South Salem Elementary School is ranked #786 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Salem Elementary School?
436 students attend South Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Salem Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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