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1 schools in New Salem

Massachusetts · Public K-12

Public-school families in New Salem pick from 1 campus serving the city's roughly 134 K-12 students (1 elementary).

7-year change in New Salem

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
134
-18 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
87%
was 88%
% Hispanic
5%
was 5%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
1%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Swift RiverElementaryPK-06134

About New Salem

New Salem, Massachusetts is home to 1 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 134 students. By school count, it is a compact city.

Average school size in New Salem is around 134 students, 73% below the Massachusetts average of about 501.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment declined 12%: 152 students in SY 2017-18 versus 134 in SY 2024-25.

On allk12, the community for New Salem discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in New Salem, Massachusetts?
There are 1 public K-12 schools in New Salem, with a combined enrollment of about 134.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in New Salem?
New Salem has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in New Salem?
Swift River is the largest public school in New Salem by enrollment, with approximately 134 students.
What school districts serve New Salem?
New Salem public schools are operated by New Salem-Wendell.
What grade levels do public schools in New Salem cover?
Public schools in New Salem serve students from pre-K through grade 6.