Salem R-80 School District
School District · Salem, Missouri
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,368
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,368
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#286 of 461
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$9,368
$3,154 vs Missouri median
District size
1,479 students
Much larger than Missouri median
About Salem R-80
Salem R-80 is a Salem, Missouri school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,479 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. The district invests $9,368 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.0/10, Salem R-80 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Salem Middle School, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, Salem R-80 students show an average math proficiency of 26.3% and ELA proficiency of 43.7%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Salem R-80, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Salem R-80 with test data.
Schools in Salem R-80
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Salem
- Total Enrollment
- 1,479
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Salem R-80?
Salem R-80 has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Salem R-80?
The average composite rating for Salem R-80 is 6.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Salem R-80?
Salem R-80 spends $9,368 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Salem R-80?
The average student-teacher ratio in Salem R-80 is 14.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Salem R-80?
Salem Middle School is the highest-rated school in Salem R-80 with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in Salem R-80?
Across schools in Salem R-80 with test data, the average math proficiency is 26.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 43.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Salem R-80 compare to other districts in Missouri?
Salem R-80 has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 26.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 43.7%
Resources
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 methodologyOther School Districts in MO
Compare Salem R-80 with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Independence 30 (31)
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- Department of Corrections (20)
- Liberty 53 (20)
- Park Hill (20)
- Raytown C-2 (20)
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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