For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 383 students in Salem, CT.
The top ranked public school in Salem, CT is Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, CT public school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salem, CT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Hartford Rd.
Salem, CT 06420
(860) 859-0267
Salem, CT 06420
(860) 859-0267
Grades: PK-8
| 383 students
Salem, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Learn Sails Program At Salem (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
200 Hartford Road
Salem, CT 06420
(860) 739-2922
Salem, CT 06420
(860) 739-2922
Grades: 2-6
| 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Salem, CT?
The top ranked public schools in Salem, CT include Salem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Salem?
1 public schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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