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Salem Prep High School
High School · Salem
2 Museum Place Mall 2nd floor, Salem, MA 01970
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Salem Prep High School
Salem Prep High School is a public high school in Salem, MA, part of the Salem. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades 8th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.7:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,189, where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 17 students, Salem Prep 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.7:1, Salem Prep High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Address
- 2 Museum Place Mall 2nd floor, Salem, MA 01970
- Website
- salemk12.org
- Phone
- (978) 740-1171
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Location
2 Museum Place Mall 2nd floor, Salem, MA 01970
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem Prep High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Liberty Innovation School (rated 6.9/10). Another option is Salem Academy Charter School (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, Salem High (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Salem Academy Charter School Salem | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Saltonstall School Salem | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Carlton Salem | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Salem Early Childhood Salem | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Collins Middle Salem | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| THE PHOENIX SCHOOL Salem | 0.9 mi | — |
| Bates Salem | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Salem High Salem | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Witchcraft Heights Salem | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CHILDRENS WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead | 1.9 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead | 1.9 mi | — |
| Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MRS ALEXANDER'S SCHOOL Beverly | 1.9 mi | — |
| TOWER SCHOOL Marblehead | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Village School Marblehead | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Salem Prep High School has a median household income of $85,189. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $497,500, with a median rent of $1,800/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem Prep High School
What grades does Salem Prep High School serve?
Salem Prep High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Salem Prep High School?
Salem Prep High School has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Prep High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Prep High School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Salem Prep High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Salem Prep High School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Salem Prep High School a charter school?
No, Salem Prep High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salem Prep High School a Title I school?
No, Salem Prep High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,706/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Salem). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 740-1171
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Salem- District Enrollment
- 3,811
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,741
Other Schools in This District
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