Southeast Elementary School

2200 Merle Rd
Salem, OH 44460
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 264 students in grades 5-6, Southeast Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 264 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 50% in OH
  • : 58% (Top 50%)
  • : 68% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Southeast Elementary School's student population of 264 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
264 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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School Rankings

Southeast Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#1208 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
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58%
52%
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68%
60%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
6%
7%
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Black
2%
17%
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White
85%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.27
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Southeast Elementary School is ranked #1208 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?
264 students attend Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Southeast Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeast Elementary School?
Southeast Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Southeast Elementary School part of?
Southeast Elementary School is part of Salem City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 264 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 58% (Top 50%)
  • : 68% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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