For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 387 students in Salem, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in Salem, NJ is Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, NJ public high school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Salem have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Salem, NJ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salem High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Salem, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
219 Walnut St
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-3900
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-3900
Grades: 9-12
| 387 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Salem, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in Salem, NJ include Salem High School.
How many public high schools are located in Salem?
1 public high schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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