Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Benton school district, covering approximately 278.4 square miles. The zone's edge is, on average, about 14.4 miles from the school, with the furthest point being 34 miles away, making for a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salem Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
9%
19%
White
74%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Salem Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springhill Elementary School, Collegeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
469 students attend Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Salem Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Elementary School?
Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salem Elementary School offer ?
Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem Elementary School part of?
Salem Elementary School is part of Bryant School District.
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