Best Schools in South Salem, Ohio
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Buckskin Elementary School
Elementary · Greenfield Exempted Village. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$139,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$139,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in South 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 | Buckskin Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $53,317
- Median home value
- $139,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How South Salem compares
Median household income
$53k
75% of Ohio median
About Schools in South Salem, Ohio
South Salem, Ohio is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in South 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 South Salem is Buckskin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
South Salem is served by 1 school district: Greenfield Exempted Village. These districts collectively serve 1,905 students.
South Salem's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,317. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.
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 | 216 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
Schools in South Salem
South Salem, Ohio · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,317
Median Home Value
$139,400
Median Rent
$945/mo
Population
1,440
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
83%
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Community Profile
South Salem has a median household income of $53,317. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $139,400, with a median rent of $945/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. 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 South Salem, Ohio
How many schools are in South Salem, Ohio?
South 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 South Salem, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in South Salem is 8.0 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 South Salem, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in South Salem on MySchoolScout is Buckskin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in South Salem, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in South Salem on MySchoolScout is Buckskin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve South Salem, Ohio?
South Salem is served by 1 school district: Greenfield Exempted Village.
What is the education level in South Salem, Ohio?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in South Salem have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in South Salem, Ohio?
The median household income in South Salem is approximately $53,317 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Salem, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in South Salem is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in South 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.