4.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Salem, Illinois

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 4.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.7/10
Median household income: $69,025
Median home value: $111,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 18%
Avg commute: 14 min
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How Salem compares

Illinois rank

#432 of 444

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.6

below Illinois avg (6.3)

Median household income

$69k

84% of Illinois median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Salem, Illinois

Salem, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Salem show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Salem is Franklin Park Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Salem is served by 3 school districts: Salem SD 111, Salem CHSD 600, Selmaville CCSD 10. These districts collectively serve 1,882 students.

Salem's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,025. The poverty rate in the area is 14.7%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (4) Elementary (2) Middle (1) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (4) Public (4)

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Filter by ZIP: 62881 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Selmaville Elem School 231 students · Pre-K–8th	231	Pre-K–8th	5.0
2	Hawthorn Elem School 378 students · Kindergarten–3rd	378	Kindergarten–3rd	3.8

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Franklin Park Middle School 559 students · 4th–8th	559	4th–8th	5.6

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Salem Community High School 714 students · 9th–12th	714	9th–12th	4.4

Schools in Salem

Salem, Illinois · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,025

Median Home Value

$111,500

Median Rent

$750/mo

Population

11,218

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

14 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Community Profile

Salem has a median household income of $69,025. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $111,500, with a median rent of $750/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.7%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Illinois
Total Schools: 4
Elementary: 2
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 4.7/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Salem schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Salem 📊 Niche Salem Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (3)

Salem SD 111

2 schools · 937 students

Salem CHSD 600

1 school · 714 students

Selmaville CCSD 10

1 school · 231 students

Nearby Cities

Centralia (14 schools)

11 mi

Texico (1 school)

14 mi

Saint Peter (1 school)

Mount Vernon (13 schools)

22 mi

Other Major Cities in Illinois

Top metros statewide by school count.

Chicago 850 schools Aurora 62 schools Rockford 61 schools Naperville 58 schools Peoria 53 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Salem, Illinois

How many schools are in Salem, Illinois?

Salem has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Salem, Illinois?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Salem is 4.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Salem, Illinois?

The top-ranked school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Franklin Park Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Salem, Illinois?

The top-ranked elementary school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Selmaville Elem School with a composite score of 5.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Salem, Illinois?

The top-ranked middle school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Franklin Park Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best high school in Salem, Illinois?

The top-ranked high school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Salem Community High School with a composite score of 4.4/10.

How many school districts serve Salem, Illinois?

Salem is served by 3 school districts: Salem Sd 111, Salem Chsd 600, Selmaville Ccsd 10.

What is the education level in Salem, Illinois?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Salem have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Salem, Illinois?

The median household income in Salem is approximately $69,025 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Salem, Illinois?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Salem is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Salem, Illinois?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.