Salem High School

400 Spartan Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 1,227 students in grades 9-12, Salem High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,227 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : 90% (Top 50% in VA)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 64% (Top 50%)
  • : 91% (Top 5%)
  • : 73% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Salem High School's student population of 1,227 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,227 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Salem High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#300 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Salem High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(20-21)
64%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Salem High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(20-21)
91%
69%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Salem High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(20-21)
73%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
3%
7%
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Hispanic
8%
19%
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Black
15%
22%
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White
68%
45%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
6%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Virginia.
0.51
This chart displays the diversity score of Salem High School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
90%
89%
This chart displays graduation rate of Salem High School and public school graduation rate of Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Salem High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Salem High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Salem High School's ranking?
Salem High School is ranked #300 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Salem High School often compared to?
Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave Spring High School, Hidden Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem High School?
The graduation rate of Salem High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Salem High School?
1,227 students attend Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Salem High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem High School?
Salem High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salem High School offer ?
Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem High School part of?
Salem High School is part of Salem City School District.

School Reviews

5   1/24/2014
This is my fourth year attending Salem High School. Salem has many great opportunities to offer. Salem High School offers the International Baccalaureate program. The school is well kept up. The teachers are super friendly and easy to get along with. The student body as a whole is inviting. Bullying is not a problem at Salem. From my standpoint, everyone seems to get along with everyone else. Salem has awesome activities to take part in. We have several clubs students can join. Salem offers NHS. The only complaint I have about the school system is SOL's. This is not in particular the school's fault, but rather the state's fault. Every school in Virginia spends too much time focusing on reviewing for the SOL instead of prioritizing education. I would definitely recommend this school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - tor.l

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,227 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : 90% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 64% (Top 50%)
  • : 91% (Top 5%)
  • : 73% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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