Serving 848 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Salem Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Salem Elementary School's student population of 848 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Salem Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Salem Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#2025 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
65%
36%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Salem Elementary School's ranking?
South Salem Elementary School is ranked #2025 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Salem Elementary School often compared to?
South Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Newton Elementary School, East Newton Elementary School, Live Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend South Salem Elementary School?
848 students attend South Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South Salem Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Salem Elementary School?
South Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Salem Elementary School offer ?
South Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Salem Elementary School part of?
South Salem Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
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