Salome High School

Salome High School is a regular public high school located in the remote rural area of Salome, Arizona. Serving grades 9 through 12, the school has a total enrollment of 118 students and a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1, with 11 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its small size and rural setting, Salome High School faces academic challenges, as reflected in its MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and state ranking of 1645 out of 2029 schools in Arizona.

The academic scores show that only 10% of students are proficient in both ELA/Reading and Math. While the school has room for academic growth, it remains a vital community resource. Salome High School is situated in a small, rural community where the median household income is $60,726 and the median home value is $97,700.

The town has a low poverty rate of 7.8%, and only 8% of the population holds a bachelor's degree or higher. Salome High School is an important part of the local community, providing educational opportunities for students in a remote area.

With an enrollment of 118 students, Salome High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Salome High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Salome High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.