Serving 1,871 students in grades 6-12, Salem High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Canton, MI, covering approximately 60.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Salem High School's student population of 1,871 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,871 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salem High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem High School is 0.60, which is more 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
#146 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 High School's ranking?
Salem High School is ranked #146 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Salem High School often compared to?
Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth High School, Canton High 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 35% MI state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem High School?
The graduation rate of Salem High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Salem High School?
1,871 students attend Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Salem High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem High School?
Salem High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Salem High School offer ?
Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem High School part of?
Salem High School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I really loved Salem High School! There are plenty of activities, the teachers are some of the best around, and there is a good student body! If you are looking for a high school, choose Salem! Salem is located on a park with two other high schools, where students can have classes in any of the three schools.
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