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#1046 of 1,793 schools in MA
Salisbury Elementary
Elementary School · Triton
100 Lafayette Rd., Salisbury, MA 01952
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,046 of 1,793
In district
#5 of 5
Triton
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Salisbury Elementary
Salisbury Elementary is a public elementary school in Salisbury, MA, part of Triton. Salisbury Elementary serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Salisbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,046 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Salisbury Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 8.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Salisbury Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Salisbury Elementary — Students at Salisbury Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 test records from MA 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: 5.4/10.
How Salisbury Elementary Compares
See how Salisbury Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 Lafayette Rd., Salisbury, MA 01952
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salisbury Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newbury Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Akerman School (rated 8.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Hampton Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward G. Molin Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Newburyport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salisbury, see our Salisbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seabrook Middle School Seabrook | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Seabrook Elementary School Seabrook | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport | 3.1 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Newburyport High Newburyport | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| River Valley Charter School Newburyport | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Akerman School Hampton Falls | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Amesbury Middle Amesbury | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Newbury Elementary Newbury | 4.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 3.7 mi | — |
| Amesbury High Amesbury | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Shay Elementary Amesbury | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Winnacunnet High School Hampton | 5.6 mi | 8.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Hampton | 5.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01952 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,521
Median Home Value
$450,100
Median Rent
$1,646/mo
Population
9,217
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield, MA | 5.9 |
| Berkley Community School Berkley, MA | 5.9 |
| Clara Barton Oxford, MA | 5.9 |
| Dennett Elementary Plympton, MA | 5.9 |
| Forestdale Malden, MA | 5.9 |
| J F Kennedy Elementary Randolph, MA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salisbury Elementary
What grades does Salisbury Elementary serve?
Salisbury Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Salisbury Elementary?
Salisbury Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salisbury Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Salisbury Elementary is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salisbury Elementary rank in MA?
Salisbury Elementary ranks #1,046 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Salisbury Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Salisbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Salisbury Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salisbury Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Salisbury Elementary a charter school?
No, Salisbury Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salisbury Elementary a Title I school?
No, Salisbury Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (978) 463-5852
Resources & Links
District
Triton- District Enrollment
- 2,155
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,480
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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