Very Good
#547 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 31% in state
Salem High
High School · Salem
77 Willson Street, Salem, MA 01970
Enrollment
948
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
948
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#547 of 1,793
In Salem
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Salem
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Salem High
High School in Salem · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Salem High
Salem High is a public high school in Salem, MA, part of Salem. Salem High serves approximately 948 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #547 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Salem High show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Salem High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Salem High — Students at Salem High score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Salem High Compares
See how Salem High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
77 Willson Street, Salem, MA 01970
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Swampscott High (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Swampscott), with a comparable rating. Another option is Salem Academy Charter School (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, New Liberty Innovation School (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Collins Middle Salem | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Witchcraft Heights Salem | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| THE PHOENIX SCHOOL Salem | 1.0 mi | — |
| Saltonstall School Salem | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| William A Welch Sr Peabody | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Salem Prep High School Salem | 1.4 mi | — |
| Salem Academy Charter School Salem | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Swampscott High Swampscott | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Bates Salem | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| CHILDRENS WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead | 1.6 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead | 1.6 mi | — |
| Clarke Swampscott | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Carlton Salem | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Swampscott Middle Swampscott | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01970 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,189
Median Home Value
$497,500
Median Rent
$1,800/mo
Population
44,115
College Educated
49.7%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Canton High Canton, MA | 7.3 |
| Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham, MA | 7.3 |
| Marblehead High Marblehead, MA | 7.3 |
| Pittsfield High Pittsfield, MA | 7.3 |
| Tantasqua Regional Sr High Fiskdale, MA | 7.3 |
| Dartmouth High Dartmouth, MA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem High
What grades does Salem High serve?
Salem High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Salem High?
Salem High has an enrollment of approximately 948 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem High?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem High is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salem High rank in MA?
Salem High ranks #547 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Salem High's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Salem High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salem High has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Salem High a charter school?
No, Salem High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salem High a Title I school?
No, Salem High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 948
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 100
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (978) 740-1123
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Salem- District Enrollment
- 3,811
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,741
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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