North Salem Central School District

The North Salem Central School District is a high-performing school district in New York, consisting of two schools: North Salem Middle School/High School and Pequenakonck Elementary School. The district serves a predominantly white, affluent community and is known for its exceptional academic outcomes, particularly at the high school level.

North Salem Middle School/High School is the standout school in the district, consistently ranking among the top 5% of high schools in New York state. The school boasts a high 97.8% four-year graduation rate, a low 2.1% dropout rate, and exceptional performance on state assessments, with proficiency rates exceeding the state and district averages in both English Language Arts and Math. In contrast, Pequenakonck Elementary School, while still performing well, has a lower statewide ranking and slightly lower test scores compared to the high school.

The North Salem Central School District invests heavily in education, spending $32,398 per student at the high school and $28,342 per student at the elementary school. This investment, combined with the district's commitment to academic excellence, has resulted in a high-performing school system that provides a quality education to its students.