Bristol Elementary vs Salem Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bristol Elementary
Bristol · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
830 students
Salem Elementary
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
936 students
| Measure | Bristol Elementary Bristol, Wisconsin | Salem Elementary Salem, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #298 of 1,069 | #604 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #13630 of 50,301 | #23501 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 830 | 936 |
| Enrollment | 830 | 936 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.3% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 47% |
| city | Bristol | Salem |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bristol Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.7 vs 52.4).
- •Bristol Elementary does better on math proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •Bristol Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 40%).
- •Bristol Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.3% vs 32.4%).
- •Salem Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.4).
- •Salem Elementary is the larger school with 936 students compared with 830.
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 Bristol Elementary better than Salem Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Bristol Elementary ranks higher (66.7 vs 52.4 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 Bristol Elementary and Salem Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Salem in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bristol Elementary: 830. Salem Elementary: 936. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bristol Elementary and Salem Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Bristol Elementary is 298th of 1,069 and Salem Elementary is 604th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).