Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Elementary School serves the southern part of Northville, MI, covering an area of approximately 38.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salem Elementary School's student population of 371 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Excellence Together
School Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#902 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 #902 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Livingston Classical Academy, Ridge Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
371 students attend Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Salem Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% 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 16:1.
What grades does Salem Elementary School offer ?
Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salem Elementary School part of?
Salem Elementary School is part of South Lyon Community Schools.
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