William E. Lancaster School vs Woodbury School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Hampshire, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
William E. Lancaster School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
294 students
Woodbury School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
762 students
| Measure | William E. Lancaster School Salem, New Hampshire | Woodbury School Salem, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #100 of 254 | #35 of 93 |
| National rank | #7372 of 50,301 | #2715 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 294 | 762 |
| Enrollment | 294 | 762 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 18.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 49% |
| 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 73.1).
- •William E. Lancaster School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •William E. Lancaster School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 59%).
- •Woodbury School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.1% vs 20.4%).
- •Woodbury School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.4).
- •Woodbury School is the larger school with 762 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 William E. Lancaster School better than Woodbury School?
On the Success Index (US), William E. Lancaster School ranks higher (76.0 vs 73.1 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 William E. Lancaster School and Woodbury School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
William E. Lancaster School: 294. Woodbury School: 762. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do William E. Lancaster School and Woodbury School rank in New Hampshire?
William E. Lancaster School is 100th of 254 and Woodbury School is 35th of 93 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).