North Wood Elem. vs Salem Upper Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Wood Elem.
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
155 students
Salem Upper Elem.
Salem · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
335 students
| Measure | North Wood Elem. Salem, Missouri | Salem Upper Elem. Salem, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #774 of 1,159 | #945 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #30246 of 50,301 | #38570 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 155 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 155 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 36% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Wood Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 30.0).
- •North Wood Elem. does better on math proficiency (47% vs 36%).
- •Salem Upper Elem. does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •North Wood Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 100%).
- •North Wood Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 13.4).
- •Salem Upper Elem. is the larger school with 335 students compared with 155.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is North Wood Elem. better than Salem Upper Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), North Wood Elem. ranks higher (42.6 vs 30.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Wood Elem. and Salem Upper Elem.?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Wood Elem.: 155. Salem Upper Elem.: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Wood Elem. and Salem Upper Elem. rank in Missouri?
North Wood Elem. is 774th of 1,159 and Salem Upper Elem. is 945th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).