For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 376 students in Salem, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in Salem, AR is Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, AR public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in Salem have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Salem, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
313 Hwy 62 E
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-3293
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-3293
Gr: 7-12 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Salem, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Salem, AR include Salem High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Salem?
1 public middle schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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