West Salisbury serves 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Salisbury's student population of 389 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Salisbury is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
21%
23%
Black
56%
33%
White
12%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Salisbury?
389 students attend West Salisbury.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Salisbury students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Salisbury?
West Salisbury has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Salisbury offer ?
West Salisbury offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Salisbury part of?
West Salisbury is part of Wicomico County School District.
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