For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 525 students in Salem, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Salem, NY are Salem High School and Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salem, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
41 E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-7600
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-7600
Gr: 7-12 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41 E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-9505
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-9505
Gr: PK-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Salem, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Salem, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Salem, NY include Salem High School and Salem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Salem?
2 public schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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