Serving 480 students in grades 6-12, Salem Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Salem Academy Charter School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Salem Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Academy Charter School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#873 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Academy Charter School's ranking?
Salem Academy Charter School is ranked #873 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Salem Academy Charter School often compared to?
Salem Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem High School, Collins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Salem Academy Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Salem Academy Charter School?
480 students attend Salem Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Salem Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Academy Charter School?
Salem Academy Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Salem Academy Charter School offer ?
Salem Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salem Academy Charter School part of?
Salem Academy Charter School is part of Salem Academy Charter School District.
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