Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salem Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salem Elementary School's student population of 349 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1592 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Elementary School is ranked #1592 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Salem Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Novi Woods Elementary School, Ridge Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
349 students attend Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Salem Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem Elementary School?
Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salem Elementary School offer ?
Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem Elementary School part of?
Salem Elementary School is part of South Lyon Community Schools School District.
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