Best Schools in Lower Salem, Ohio
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Lower Salem by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Salem-liberty Elementary School
Elementary · Fort Frye Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.6
out of 10
Median Home
$100,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.6
out of 10
Median Home
$100,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lower Salem
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Salem-liberty Elementary School | 9.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.6/10
- Median household income
- $47,808
- Median home value
- $100,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lower Salem compares
Median household income
$48k
67% of Ohio median
About Schools in Lower Salem, Ohio
Lower Salem, Ohio is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.6 out of 10, schools in Lower Salem perform strongly 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 Lower Salem is Salem-liberty Elementary School with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lower Salem is served by 1 school district: Fort Frye Local. These districts collectively serve 894 students.
Lower Salem's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $47,808. The poverty rate in the area is 24.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.6 |
Schools in Lower Salem
Lower Salem, Ohio · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$47,808
Median Home Value
$100,200
Median Rent
$1,135/mo
Population
945
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Community Profile
Lower Salem has a median household income of $47,808. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $100,200, with a median rent of $1,135/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Ohio
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lower Salem, Ohio
How many schools are in Lower Salem, Ohio?
Lower Salem has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lower Salem, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lower Salem is 9.6 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 Lower Salem, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Lower Salem on MySchoolScout is Salem-liberty Elementary School with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lower Salem, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lower Salem on MySchoolScout is Salem-liberty Elementary School with a composite score of 9.6/10.
How many school districts serve Lower Salem, Ohio?
Lower Salem is served by 1 school district: Fort Frye Local.
What is the education level in Lower Salem, Ohio?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Lower Salem have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lower Salem, Ohio?
The median household income in Lower Salem is approximately $47,808 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lower Salem, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lower Salem is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lower Salem, Ohio?
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, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.