William E. Lancaster School

54 Millville St., Salem, NH, 03079

Top 10% School in NEW HAMPSHIRE

Ranked 8 of 51 in NEW HAMPSHIRE

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About William E. Lancaster School

William E. Lancaster School is a public elementary school in Salem, New Hampshire, that teaches kids in grades K–5. There are about 450 to 480 students at the school, and there is about 13 students for every teacher. This is about the same as the average for the district. There is a fair amount of diversity among the students, with about 20–25% of them coming from minority groups. This makes a supportive place where people from different cultures can live together. Reading, writing, math, science, and social studies are the main subjects at William E. Lancaster School. It does this by using programs and technology that help kids learn new things. The school does well in math, with scores in the low to mid-50% range, according to state performance indicators. But the school's English Language Arts scores are usually in the mid-40% range, which means that there are still things that need to be taught better. The amount of money spent on each student is about the same as what public schools in the area get. You can use this money to pay for things like extracurricular activities, special education services, and extra learning opportunities. The Salem area has neighborhoods that are good for families and a median home price that shows how stable the suburbs are. Overall, the William E. Lancaster School has a structured learning environment, students do well in school, and there are chances for students to keep growing in all grades.

Contact Information

Address

54 Millville St., Salem, NH, 03079

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Phone

(603) 893-7059

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 57%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 57% in Math and 52% in Reading.
23
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
298
Total Students
$63602
Avg. Teacher Salary

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School Ratings

Ranked

8

of 51 in NEW HAMPSHIRE

Recent News & Updates

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 am to 3:15 pm

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 76.51%
Asian 0.34%
Hispanic 11.74%
Black 3.02%
Two+ Races 8.05%
Native Am. 0%
White
76.51%
Asian
0.34%
Hispanic
11.74%
Black
3.02%
Two+ Races
8.05%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 298
43.96%
131 Female
56.04%
167 Male

Student Population

298 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

298 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

William E. Lancaster School was ranked as the second-best elementary school in the Salem School District. The ranking reflects strong academic performance and student growth.

FAQ

Q1. What grades does William E. Lancaster School teach?

Ans. The school has a regular elementary school curriculum for students in kindergarten through fifth grade.

Q2. Are there after-school programs at William E. Lancaster School?

Ans. Yes, the school has after-school programs that are both fun and educational. These programs may include help with homework, arts and crafts, and sports.

Q3: What can parents do to help with school events?

Ans. Parents can join the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), volunteer for events, and go to school meetings and committees.

Q4. Are there programs for students who have trouble learning?

The school has special education services and personalized support plans for students who need extra help with their learning.

Q5. How does the school talk to families?

Ans. Families get news through newsletters, email alerts, the school website, and scheduled parent-teacher meetings throughout the school year.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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