North Salem Elementary School vs William E. Lancaster School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Hampshire, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Salem Elementary School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
353 students
William E. Lancaster School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
294 students
| Measure | North Salem Elementary School Salem, New Hampshire | William E. Lancaster School Salem, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #90 of 254 | #100 of 254 |
| National rank | #6829 of 50,301 | #7372 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 353 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.1% | 20.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (76.8 vs 76.0).
- •North Salem Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •William E. Lancaster School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •North Salem Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.1% vs 20.4%).
- •William E. Lancaster School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.1).
- •North Salem Elementary School is the larger school with 353 students compared with 294.
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 Salem Elementary School better than William E. Lancaster School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are North Salem Elementary School and William E. Lancaster School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Salem Elementary School: 353. William E. Lancaster School: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Salem Elementary School and William E. Lancaster School rank in New Hampshire?
North Salem Elementary School is 90th of 254 and William E. Lancaster School is 100th of 254 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).