Below Average
#742 of 990 schools in CT
Salem School
Elementary School · Naugatuck School District
124 Meadow St., Naugatuck, CT 06770
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#742 of 990
In Naugatuck
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Naugatuck School District
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Salem School
Elementary School in Naugatuck · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Salem School
Salem School is a public elementary school in Naugatuck, CT, part of Naugatuck School District. Salem School serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Salem School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Salem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Salem School — Students at Salem School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Salem School Compares
See how Salem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
124 Meadow St., Naugatuck, CT 06770
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Ledge School (rated 8.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Beacon Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maple Hill School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Western School (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Naugatuck, see our Naugatuck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillside Intermediate School Naugatuck | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Hop Brook Elementary School Naugatuck | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Andrew Avenue School Naugatuck | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Western School Naugatuck | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Naugatuck High School Naugatuck | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| ASPIRE LIVING & LEARNING ACADEMY Naugatuck | 1.0 mi | — |
| City Hill Middle School Naugatuck | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Cross Street Intermediate School Naugatuck | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MESIVTA YESODEI HATORAH Naugatuck | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Maple Hill School Naugatuck | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Laurel Ledge School Beacon Falls | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Gilmartin School Waterbury | 2.8 mi | 2.8 |
| B. W. Tinker School Waterbury | 3.2 mi | 2.4 |
| Hopeville School Waterbury | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Duggan School Waterbury | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| West Side Middle School Waterbury | 3.8 mi | 3.3 |
| John F. Kennedy High School Waterbury | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| ACES at Chase Waterbury | 3.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington School Waterbury | 3.8 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,047
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
31,671
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem School
What grades does Salem School serve?
Salem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Salem School?
Salem School has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salem School rank in CT?
Salem School ranks #742 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Salem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Salem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salem School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Salem School a charter school?
No, Salem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salem School a Title I school?
No, Salem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salem School?
70.0% of students at Salem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (203) 720-5242
Resources & Links
District
Naugatuck School District- District Enrollment
- 4,231
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,670
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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