Serving 1,165 students in grades 9-13, Salem High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Salem High School's student population of 1,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
1,165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salem High School ranks within the top 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem High School is 0.33, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#138 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
81%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem High School's ranking?
Salem High School is ranked #138 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Salem High School often compared to?
Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinkerton Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem High School?
The graduation rate of Salem High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Salem High School?
1,165 students attend Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Salem High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem High School?
Salem High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salem High School offer ?
Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Salem High School part of?
Salem High School is part of Salem School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2021
Great school!
2 3/14/2011
Higher level children are not challenged to excel in Woodbury Middle School. Advanced classes are not offered due to claims of discrimination against lower level students.
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