For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 321 students in Salem, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, SD are Mccook Central Middle School - 03, Goldenview Colony School - 04 and Mccook Central Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in Salem have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Salem, SD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mccook Central Middle School - 03
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 E Essex
Salem, SD 57058
(605) 425-2264
Salem, SD 57058
(605) 425-2264
Grades: 5-8
| 108 students
Rank: #22.
Goldenview Colony School - 04
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25473 438th Ave
Salem, SD 57058
(605) 425-2264
Salem, SD 57058
(605) 425-2264
Grades: K-8
| 27 students
Rank: #33.
Mccook Central Elementary - 02
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 E Essex
Salem, SD 57058
(605) 425-2264
Salem, SD 57058
(605) 425-2264
Grades: PK-4
| 186 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, SD include Mccook Central Middle School - 03, Goldenview Colony School - 04 and Mccook Central Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Salem, SD?
3 public elementary schools are located in Salem, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem, SD?
Salem, SD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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