SALEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Salem El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Berwick Area SD school district, located in Berwick, PA with about 390 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Salem El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Salem Elementary School is located at 810 East Tenth Street in Berwick, Pennsylvania, and serves as a primary educational facility for the local community within the Berwick Area School District. As an elementary school, it focuses on providing foundational academic instruction, social development, and personal growth for students in the early stages of their education. The school plays a central role in the neighborhood, aiming to foster a supportive learning environment that prepares students for the transition to middle school.

The school is situated in a residential area of Berwick, reflecting its commitment to being a neighborhood-centric institution. Like many schools in the district, Salem Elementary works to balance core curriculum requirements—such as reading, mathematics, and science—with enrichment programs intended to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By maintaining its location on East Tenth Street, the school remains an accessible landmark for local families, serving as both an educational hub and a key contributor to the social fabric of the Berwick community.

For more information, contact Salem El Sch at (570) 759-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.