For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,158 students in Salem, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, IN are Bradie Shrum Elementary School and Salem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Salem have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Salem, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradie Shrum Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11101 N Shelby St
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 833-3700
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 833-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Salem Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N Harrison St
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-3808
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-3808
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Salem, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1101 North Shelby St
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-4376
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-4376
Gr: 3-7 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, IN include Bradie Shrum Elementary School and Salem Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Salem?
2 public elementary schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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