For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 558 students in Salem, NY.
The top ranked public schools in Salem, NY are Salem High School and Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salem, NY (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
41 E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-7600
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-7600
Grades: 7-12
| 247 students
Rank: #22.
Salem Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41 E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-9505
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-9505
Grades: PK-6
| 311 students
Salem, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Washington County Correctional Facility (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
Salem, NY 12865
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Salem, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Salem, NY include Salem High School and Salem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Salem?
2 public schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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