SALMON RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
317 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Salmon River Elementary School, located in Fort Covington, New York, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Salmon River Central School District. Situated near the U.S.-Canada border, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and reflects the unique cultural landscape of the region, including its proximity to the Akwesasne Mohawk Territory. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic success while encouraging the social and emotional development of its diverse student body.
As part of the broader district mission, the school emphasizes a curriculum that prepares students for future academic challenges while promoting personal growth and community engagement. The facility serves as a foundational step in the district's K-12 trajectory, offering a range of educational resources, support services, and extracurricular opportunities. By maintaining a focus on collaborative learning and strong student-teacher relationships, Salmon River Elementary aims to provide a stable and enriching environment that supports the diverse needs of its rural North Country community.
As part of the broader district mission, the school emphasizes a curriculum that prepares students for future academic challenges while promoting personal growth and community engagement. The facility serves as a foundational step in the district's K-12 trajectory, offering a range of educational resources, support services, and extracurricular opportunities. By maintaining a focus on collaborative learning and strong student-teacher relationships, Salmon River Elementary aims to provide a stable and enriching environment that supports the diverse needs of its rural North Country community.
317
Total Students
35.9
Full-Time Teachers
8.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 192 |
| Hispanic | 15 |
| Two or More | 40 |
| American Indian | 70 |
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White192 (60.6 %)
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American Indian70 (22.1 %)
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Two or More40 (12.6 %)
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Hispanic15 (4.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | SALMON RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (518)358-6670 |
| Website: | http://www.srk12.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 317 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 35.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 217 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
29
Kindergarten
44
Grade 1
49
Grade 2
44
Grade 3
42
Grade 4
44
Grade 5
61
Ungraded
4
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 29 |
| Kindergarten | 44 |
| Grade 1 | 49 |
| Grade 2 | 44 |
| Grade 3 | 42 |
| Grade 4 | 44 |
| Grade 5 | 61 |
| Ungraded | 4 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 149 | 47% |
| Male | 168 | 53% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th