Serving 1,066 students in grades 6-8, Salem Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (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
School Overview
Salem Middle School's student population of 1,066 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,066 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salem Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 #280 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Salem Middle School?
1,066 students attend Salem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Salem Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 17% 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 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
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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