Serving 936 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 18.1 square miles in Salem, WI. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salem Elementary School's student population of 936 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
936 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Mission & Vision
School Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#887 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
84%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Salem Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bristol Elementary School, Trevor-wilmot Grade, Riverview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
936 students attend Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Salem Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Elementary School?
Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salem Elementary School offer ?
Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem Elementary School part of?
Salem Elementary School is part of Salem School District.
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