For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,553 students in Salem, NH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, NH are North Salem Elementary School, The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School and William T. Barron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, NH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Salem have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Salem, NH (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Salem Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
140 Zion Hill Rd.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7062
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7062
Grades: K-5
| 366 students
Rank: #22.
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
419 South Broadway 2nd Floor
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 458-6399
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 458-6399
Grades: K-8
| 225 students
Rank: #33.
William T. Barron Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
55 Butler St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7067
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7067
Grades: K-5
| 385 students
Rank: #44.
William E. Lancaster School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
54 Millville St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7059
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7059
Grades: K-5
| 278 students
Rank: #55.
Woodbury School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
206 Main St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7055
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7055
Grades: 6-8
| 777 students
Rank: #66.
Mary A. Fisk Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14 Main St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7051
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7051
Grades: K-5
| 259 students
Rank: #77.
Dr. L. F. Soule School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
173 South Policy St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7053
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7053
Grades: K-5
| 263 students
Salem, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
24 School St.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7064
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 893-7064
Grades: 1-5
| 164 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, NH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, NH include North Salem Elementary School, The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School and William T. Barron Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Salem?
7 public elementary schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Salem are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Salem include: William E. Lancaster School vs. Mary A. Fisk Elementary School, Mary A. Fisk Elementary School vs. William E. Lancaster School, William T. Barron Elementary School vs. The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School
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