Salem High School is a public high school located in Salem, New Hampshire, United States. As of 2011, approximately 1,600 students were enrolled. The high school is a comprehensive school, housing both traditional and vocational learning opportunities.
Serving 1,114 students in grades 9-12, Salem High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Salem High School's student population of 1,114 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 21, 2026
School Rankings
Salem High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem High School is 0.36, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#268 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
79%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devils
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem High School's ranking?
Salem High School is ranked #268 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Salem High School often compared to?
Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinkerton Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem High School?
The graduation rate of Salem High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Salem High School?
1,114 students attend Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Salem High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem High School?
Salem High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salem High School offer ?
Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem High School part of?
Salem High School is part of Salem School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2021
Great school!
2 3/14/2011
Higher level children are not challenged to excel in Woodbury Middle School. Advanced classes are not offered due to claims of discrimination against lower level students.
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