Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Salisbury Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salisbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Salisbury Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salisbury Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salisbury Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1659 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
29%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salisbury Elementary School's ranking?
Salisbury Elementary School is ranked #1659 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Salisbury Elementary School often compared to?
Salisbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Executive Education Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Salisbury Elementary School?
498 students attend Salisbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Salisbury Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salisbury Elementary School?
Salisbury Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salisbury Elementary School offer ?
Salisbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Salisbury Elementary School part of?
Salisbury Elementary School is part of Salisbury Township School District.
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