Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William T. Barron Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William T. Barron Elementary School serves the southeast area of Salem, NH, covering approximately 5.3 square miles. Most families live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William T. Barron Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William T. Barron Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
School Rankings
William T. Barron Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William T. Barron Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#137 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025
Hispanic
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025 (no data for 1993 and 1994)
White
82%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2011–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William T. Barron Elementary School's ranking?
William T. Barron Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are William T. Barron Elementary School often compared to?
William T. Barron Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph-henry High School, The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend William T. Barron Elementary School?
377 students attend William T. Barron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of William T. Barron Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William T. Barron Elementary School?
William T. Barron Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does William T. Barron Elementary School offer ?
William T. Barron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William T. Barron Elementary School part of?
William T. Barron Elementary School is part of Salem School District.
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