Serving 1,071 students in grades 6-8, Salem Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salem Middle School's student population of 1,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salem Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Middle School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
55%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Middle School's ranking?
Salem Middle School is ranked #259 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Salem Middle School often compared to?
Salem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reedy Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Salem Middle School?
1,071 students attend Salem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Salem Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem Middle School?
Salem Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Salem Middle School offer ?
Salem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Salem Middle School part of?
Salem Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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