Best Schools in Salem, Utah
8 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Salem?
Use this page to compare every school in Salem by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Foothills School
Elementary · Nebo District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Salem School
Elementary · Nebo District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Nebo Online School
Other · Nebo District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Salem for 2026 are Foothills School (8.2/10), Salem School (7.9/10), and Nebo Online School (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$569,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$569,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.9/10 despite 22% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Salem schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Salem
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foothills School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Salem School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Nebo Online School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | American Preparatory Academy - Salem | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Salem Hills High | 5.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Valley View Middle | 4.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Salem Junior High | 4.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Mt. Loafer School | 4.5 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $111,420
- Median home value
- $569,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Salem compares
Utah rank
#56 of 86
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Utah avg (6.4)
Median household income
$111k
130% of Utah median
Schools in this city
8
Nebo District runs 88% of Salem's public schools
Salem touches 2 districts, but Nebo District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Nebo District accounts for 7 of 8 public schools (88%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.5 to 8.2 — the spread is inside Salem, not a citywide average.
- Nebo District7 public · 88%
- American Preparatory Academy1 public · 13%
About Schools in Salem, Utah
Salem, Utah is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Salem show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Salem is Foothills School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Salem is served by 2 school districts: American Preparatory Academy, Nebo District. These districts collectively serve 49,484 students.
Salem's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,420. The poverty rate in the area is 5.0%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 642 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 487 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.9 |
| 3 | 668 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 936 students · 6th–7th | 4.9 |
| 2 | 953 students · 7th–9th | 4.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,585 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8,702 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 555 students · Kindergarten–10th | 6.7 |
Schools in Salem
Salem, Utah · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$111,420
Median Home Value
$569,300
Median Rent
$1,581/mo
Population
11,531
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Community Profile
Salem has a median household income of $111,420. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $569,300, with a median rent of $1,581/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Utah
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Salem, Utah
How many schools are in Salem, Utah?
Salem has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Salem, Utah?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Salem is 6.2 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, Utah?
The top-ranked school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Foothills School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Salem, Utah?
The top-ranked elementary school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Foothills School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Salem, Utah?
The top-ranked middle school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Valley View Middle with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Salem, Utah?
The top-ranked high school in Salem on MySchoolScout is Salem Hills High with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Salem, Utah?
Salem is served by 2 school districts: American Preparatory Academy, Nebo District.
What is the education level in Salem, Utah?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Salem have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Salem, Utah?
The median household income in Salem is approximately $111,420 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Salem, Utah?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Salem is 23.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Salem, Utah?
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, Utah Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.