Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Salem Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Salem Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#391 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
81%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem Elementary School's ranking?
West Salem Elementary School is ranked #391 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are West Salem Elementary School often compared to?
West Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend West Salem Elementary School?
407 students attend West Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of West Salem Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Salem Elementary School?
West Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Salem Elementary School offer ?
West Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Salem Elementary School part of?
West Salem Elementary School is part of Salem City School District.
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