For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,854 students in Salem, VA.
The top ranked public high schools in Salem, VA are Glenvar High School and Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, VA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Salem have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public high schools.
Salem, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Glenvar High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Salem, VA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glenvar High School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4549 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6536
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6536
Grades: 9-12
| 627 students
Rank: #22.
Salem High School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Spartan Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2437
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2437
Grades: 9-12
| 1,227 students
Salem, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Arnold R. Burton Technical Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1760 Boulevard
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Salem, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in Salem, VA include Glenvar High School and Salem High School.
How many public high schools are located in Salem?
2 public high schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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