Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: East Salem Elementary serves the southeast part of Salem, VA, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the school, reaching up to 2.3 miles at the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Salem Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Salem Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Salem Elementary School's ranking?
East Salem Elementary School is ranked #629 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are East Salem Elementary School often compared to?
East Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G.w. Carver Elementary School, West Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend East Salem Elementary School?
378 students attend East Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of East Salem Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Salem Elementary School?
East Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Salem Elementary School offer ?
East Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is East Salem Elementary School part of?
East Salem Elementary School is part of Salem City School District.
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