New Salem El School

3745 SALEM RD YORK, PA 17408

Top 10% School in Pennsylvania

Ranked 5 of 152 in Pennsylvania

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About New Salem El School

New Salem Elementary School is the best elementary school in the Spring Grove Area School District in York County, Pennsylvania, serving erves kids in k-4grade and has about 435 students. The student-to-teacher ratio at New Salem is 17:1. It consistently does better academically than the average school in the area and the state. About 74% to 77% of students are proficient in math, making it one of the best elementary schools in the area.

The nearby high and middle schools are Spring Grove Area Intermediate Middle Schools and Spring Grove Area High School, whose notable alumni include Olympic swimmer Hali Flickinger. Best School in Pennsylvania

New Salem stands out from nearby schools like Spring Grove Elementary (about 63% math proficiency) and Roundtown Elementary in Central York School District (about 52% math proficiency) because of its strong academic reputation, friendly atmosphere, and involvement in the community.

Families thinking about moving to the area will find that three-bedroom rental homes in the Spring Grove area usually cost between $1,400 and $1,900 per month. They may also have access to larger homes or townhouses.

In English Language Arts, about 72%–75% of students score at or above grade level. This requirement includes being able to understand what you read, know a lot of words, and write well.

Writing is evaluated within the comprehensive ELA category. New Salem's reading and writing skills are thought to be in the low to mid-70% range, based on district and state reports. Usually, students do better than the average in Pennsylvania.

Contact Information

Address

3745 SALEM RD YORK, PA 17408

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Phone

(717) 225-4731

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 72%
Reading 77%
State average proficiency is 72% in Math and 77% in Reading.
24
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
418
Total Students
$88504
Avg. Teacher Salary

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at New Salem El School

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

5

of 152 in Pennsylvania

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM- 3:30 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 86%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 6%
Black 5.3%
Two+ Races 2.4%
Native Am. 0%
White
86%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
6%
Black
5.3%
Two+ Races
2.4%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 418
48.8%
204 Female
51.2%
214 Male

Student Population

418 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

411 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

District-wide achievements linked to New Salem: The Spring Grove Area School District was named one of the "Best Communities for Music Education" for the 13th year in a row. This is good for New Salem students because the district is committed to the arts.

FAQ

Q1.Is there a transportation facility at New Salem Elementary?

Ans-Yes. New Salem Elementary School's district provides transportation for students. The Spring Grove Area School District (SGASD) runs the school and provides bus service to students who go to schools in the district.

Q2. Does the school offer any scholarship or special assistance programs?

Ans-New Salem doesn't provide direct scholarships to elementary school students, but families can use district-level programs to help students who need help with money or learning. The Spring Grove Area Educational Foundation also provides grants and awards for students who do well in higher grades.

Q3. What is the school’s approach to teaching and learning?

Ans-The school focuses on character education, early STEM exposure, literacy foundations, and learning by doing. Teachers use technology and project-based learning to help kids learn how to think critically from a young age.

Q4. How can parents become involved?

Ans-Parents can join the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), help out with events in the classroom, or go to family nights and school fundraisers. The school wants parents and teachers to work together. Q5.Who is the current principal of New Salem Elementary School?

Ans-The current principal of New Salem Elementary School is Mrs. Michelle McGregor.

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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