Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Salem, AR, encompassing approximately 226.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- 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 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It is the mission of Salem Schools to educate all students by providing a challenging curriculum that promotes higher-order thinking skills, technology integration, and problem-solving through relevant and engaging activities.
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 0.10, 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
#98 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #98 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 Cherokee Elementary School, Izard County Consolidated Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
434 students attend Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Salem Elementary School students are White, 3% 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 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-6 (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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