Serving 23 students in grades 9-12, Salem Prep High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Prep High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Salem, MA, covering approximately 18.3 square miles. Most students typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salem Prep High School's student population of 23 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
23 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Salem Prep High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
57%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
4%
10%
White
35%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Salem Prep High School often compared to?
Salem Prep High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Salem Prep High School is 50%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Salem Prep High School?
23 students attend Salem Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Salem Prep High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Prep High School?
Salem Prep High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Salem Prep High School offer ?
Salem Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salem Prep High School part of?
Salem Prep High School is part of Salem School District.
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