For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 389 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 53% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salem, CT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Hartford Rd.
Salem, CT 06420
(860) 859-0267
Salem, CT 06420
(860) 859-0267
Gr: PK-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Salem, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 2-6 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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