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Mary A. Fisk Elementary School

Elementary School · Salem School District

14 Main St., Salem, NH 03079

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#240 of 480

In Salem

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Salem School District

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Mary A. Fisk Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Salem · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mary A. Fisk Elementary School

Mary A. Fisk Elementary School is a public elementary school in Salem, NH, part of Salem School District. Mary A.

Fisk Elementary School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary A. Fisk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Mary A. Fisk Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,909
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

Mary A. Fisk Elementary School — Students at Mary A. Fisk Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
42%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Mary A. Fisk Elementary School Compares

See how Mary A. Fisk Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in NH
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Location

14 Main St., Salem, NH 03079

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mary A. Fisk Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter Sch (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE (rated 7.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Methuen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Salem Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School Salem 0.8 mi 8.1
William E. Lancaster School Salem 0.7 mi 6.4
SALEM KID START KINDERGARTEN Salem 1.2 mi
Woodbury School Salem 1.1 mi 6.5
Dr. L. F. Soule School Salem 1.5 mi 6.0
Salem High School Salem 1.3 mi 7.0
MERRIMACK VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Salem 1.7 mi
Windham Academy Public Charter School Windham 2.2 mi 2.8
Salem Preschool Salem 1.8 mi 3.3
North Salem Elementary School Salem 2.9 mi 7.3
The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter Sch Salem 2.9 mi 8.4
William T. Barron Elementary School Salem 2.7 mi 6.8
WONDER YEARS LEARNING CENTER-SALEM Salem 2.7 mi
Marsh Grammar School Methuen 3.7 mi 6.5
KINGS KIDS CHILD CARE CENTER Pelham 3.3 mi
Windham Center School Windham 3.6 mi 8.1
Comprehensive Grammar School Methuen 3.9 mi 5.3
THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE Methuen 4.8 mi 7.6
ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen 4.7 mi 4.7
Tenney Grammar School Methuen 4.6 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,339

Median Home Value

$438,500

Median Rent

$1,487/mo

Population

30,646

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

44.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bristol Elementary School Bristol, NH 6.3
Chichester Central School Chichester, NH 6.3
Sanbornton Central School Sanbornton, NH 6.3
Charlestown Primary School Charlestown, NH 6.2
Highland-Goffes Falls School Manchester, NH 6.2
Pittsfield Elementary School Pittsfield, NH 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mary A. Fisk Elementary School

What grades does Mary A. Fisk Elementary School serve?

Mary A. Fisk Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mary A. Fisk Elementary School?

Mary A. Fisk Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary A. Fisk Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mary A. Fisk Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mary A. Fisk Elementary School rank in NH?

Mary A. Fisk Elementary School ranks #240 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Mary A. Fisk Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mary A. Fisk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Mary A. Fisk Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary A. Fisk Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mary A. Fisk Elementary School a charter school?

No, Mary A. Fisk Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mary A. Fisk Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mary A. Fisk Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary A. Fisk Elementary School?

19.8% of students at Mary A. Fisk Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Salem School District
District Enrollment
3,558
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,909
District Rank
#6 of 8

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