For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 416 students in Salem, AR.
The top ranked public high school in Salem, AR is Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, AR public high school have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Salem have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public high schools.
Salem, AR public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salem High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Salem, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
313 Hwy 62 E Ste 2
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-3293
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-3293
Grades: 7-12
| 416 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Salem, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in Salem, AR include Salem High School.
How many public high schools are located in Salem?
1 public high schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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