Serving 513 students in grades 6-12, North Salem Middle School/high School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Salem Middle School/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
North Salem Middle School/high School's student population of 513 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Rankings
North Salem Middle School/high School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Salem Middle School/high School is 0.48, 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
#1052 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 North Salem Middle School/high School's ranking?
North Salem Middle School/high School is ranked #1052 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Salem Middle School/high School?
The graduation rate of North Salem Middle School/high School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Salem Middle School/high School?
513 students attend North Salem Middle School/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Salem Middle School/high School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Salem Middle School/high School?
North Salem Middle School/high School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Salem Middle School/high School offer ?
North Salem Middle School/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Salem Middle School/high School part of?
North Salem Middle School/high School is part of North Salem Central School District.
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