For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,826 students in Salem, UT.
The top ranked public schools in Salem, UT are Mt. Loafer School, Foothills School and American Preparatory Academy - Salem. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, UT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Utah public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salem, UT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt. Loafer School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1025 S 250 W
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-2705
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-2705
Grades: PK-6
| 668 students
Rank: #22.
Foothills School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
412 S 810 E
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-9172
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-9172
Grades: PK-6
| 642 students
Rank: #33.
American Preparatory Academy - Salem
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1195 S Elk Ridge Drive
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 465-4434
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 465-4434
Grades: K-10
| 555 students
Rank: #44.
Salem School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 W 100 S
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-1182
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-1182
Grades: PK-6
| 487 students
Rank: #55.
Salem Hills High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
150 N Skyhawk Blvd
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-3200
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,585 students
Rank: #66.
Salem Junior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
598 North Main
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-6558
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-6558
Grades: 7-9
| 953 students
Rank: #77.
Valley View Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1044 E 340 S
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 609-2795
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 609-2795
Grades: 6-7
| 936 students
Salem, Utah Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
161 E 400 North
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-7029
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-7029
Grades: K-12
| 8,702 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Salem, UT?
The top ranked public schools in Salem, UT include Mt. Loafer School, Foothills School and American Preparatory Academy - Salem.
How many public schools are located in Salem?
7 public schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Salem are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Salem include: Foothills School vs. Mt. Loafer School, Mt. Loafer School vs. Foothills School
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