Dr. L. F. Soule School vs William E. Lancaster School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Hampshire, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. L. F. Soule School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
270 students
William E. Lancaster School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
294 students
| Measure | Dr. L. F. Soule School Salem, New Hampshire | William E. Lancaster School Salem, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #190 of 254 | #100 of 254 |
| National rank | #19916 of 50,301 | #7372 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 270 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 270 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.3% | 20.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William E. Lancaster School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 57.5).
- •William E. Lancaster School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •William E. Lancaster School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 47%).
- •William E. Lancaster School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 23.3%).
- •Dr. L. F. Soule School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.4).
- •William E. Lancaster School is the larger school with 294 students compared with 270.
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 Dr. L. F. Soule School better than William E. Lancaster School?
On the Success Index (US), William E. Lancaster School ranks higher (76.0 vs 57.5 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 Dr. L. F. Soule School and William E. Lancaster School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. L. F. Soule School: 270. William E. Lancaster School: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. L. F. Soule School and William E. Lancaster School rank in New Hampshire?
Dr. L. F. Soule School is 190th of 254 and William E. Lancaster School is 100th of 254 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).