For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 1,601 students in Salem, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, MO are Green Forest Elementary School, North Wood Elementary School and Salem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Salem have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Salem, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Green Forest Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6111 Hwy F
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-3902
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-3902
Grades: K-8
| 160 students
Rank: #22.
North Wood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3734 N. Hwy 19
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4607
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4607
Grades: PK-8
| 174 students
Rank: #33.
Salem Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Tiger Pride Dr
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Grades: 6-8
| 251 students
Rank: #44.
Salem Upper Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 S Doss Rd
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Grades: 2-5
| 342 students
Rank: #55.
Dent-phelps Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
27870 Hwy C
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4680
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4680
Grades: PK-8
| 272 students
Rank: #66.
Ozark Hills School
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Warfel St
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6488
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6488
Grades: K-12
| 6 students
Rank: #77.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6200 S Hwy 19
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-5618
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-5618
Grades: K-8
| 140 students
Rank: n/an/a
101 N Main St
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Grades: PK-1
| 256 students
Salem, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Salem, 61 (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
100 S Warfel St
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6488
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6488
Grades: Inquire with school
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, MO include Green Forest Elementary School, North Wood Elementary School and Salem Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Salem?
8 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 Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Salem are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Salem include: Oak Hill Elementary School vs. Green Forest Elementary School, Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School vs. North Wood Elementary School, Salem Upper Elementary School vs. Dent-phelps Elementary School
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