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Best Schools in Salem, New York

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10
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Salem High School

5.9/10

High · Salem Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Salem Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary · Salem Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

5.8

out of 10

Median Home

$170,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Salem

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Salem High School 5.9 / 10
2 Salem Elementary School 5.6 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.8/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$70,868

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$170,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
28%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
30 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
82%

Of occupied housing units

How Salem compares

Median household income

$71k

76% of New York median

About Schools in Salem, New York

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

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Salem show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Salem is Salem High School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Salem is served by 1 school district: SALEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 548 students.

Salem's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,868. The poverty rate in the area is 14.4%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 12865 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Salem Elementary School
302 students · Pre-K–6th 		5.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Salem High School
238 students · 7th–12th 		5.9

Schools in Salem

Salem, New York · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,868

Median Home Value

$170,300

Median Rent

$952/mo

Population

3,353

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Community Profile

Salem has a median household income of $70,868. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $170,300, with a median rent of $952/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
New York
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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

SALEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 schools · 548 students

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Schuylerville (3 schools)
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Hudson Falls (6 schools)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Salem, New York

How many schools are in Salem, New York?

Salem has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Salem, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Salem is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Salem, New York?

The top-ranked school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Salem High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Salem, New York?

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

What is the best high school in Salem, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Salem High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Salem, New York?

Salem is served by 1 school district: Salem Central School District.

What is the education level in Salem, New York?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Salem have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Salem, New York?

The median household income in Salem is approximately $70,868 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Salem, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Salem is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Salem, New York?

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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.