For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 230 students in Salem, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in Salem, NY is Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, NY public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in Salem have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle 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%
Salem, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Salem, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Salem, NY include Salem High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Salem?
1 public middle schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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