Average
#1557 of 2,221 schools in MO
Salem Middle School
Middle School · SALEM R-80
1400 TIGER PRIDE DR, Salem, MO 65560
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,557 of 2,221
In Salem
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
SALEM R-80
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Salem Middle School
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About Salem Middle School
Salem Middle School is a public middle school in Salem, MO, part of SALEM R-80. Salem Middle School serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,557 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Salem Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Salem Middle School — Students at Salem Middle School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from MO 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: 5.1/10.
How Salem Middle School Compares
See how Salem Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 TIGER PRIDE DR, Salem, MO 65560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROLLA MIDDLE (rated 4.9/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Rolla), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROLLA JR. HIGH (rated 4.8/10, 23.3 miles away, in nearby Rolla), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SALEM SR. HIGH Salem | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| I CAN TOO LEARNING CENTER Salem | 0.4 mi | — |
| WM. H. LYNCH ELEM. Salem | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| OZARK HILLS SCHOOL Salem | 1.3 mi | — |
| SALEM UPPER ELEM. Salem | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| NORTH WOOD ELEM. Salem | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| OAK HILL ELEM. Salem | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem | 7.7 mi | 6.5 |
| GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem | 8.5 mi | 6.5 |
| LICKING HIGH Licking | 19.7 mi | 5.1 |
| LICKING ELEM. Licking | 19.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla | 22.7 mi | — |
| GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James | 24.2 mi | 7.9 |
| PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs | 19.5 mi | 8.4 |
| LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James | 24.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ST. JAMES HIGH St. James | 24.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla | 23.3 mi | 4.8 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla | 23.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla | 23.6 mi | 4.9 |
| B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla | 23.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,423
Median Home Value
$141,700
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
13,634
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis, MO | 5.4 |
| EAST BUCHANAN MIDDLE Easton, MO | 5.5 |
| EAST MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 5.5 |
| PIPKIN MIDDLE Springfield, MO | 5.3 |
| WILLARD INTERMEDIATE-SOUTH Springfield, MO | 5.3 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE Houston, MO | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem Middle School
What grades does Salem Middle School serve?
Salem Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Salem Middle School?
Salem Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Middle School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salem Middle School rank in MO?
Salem Middle School ranks #1,557 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Salem Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salem Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Salem Middle School a charter school?
No, Salem Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salem Middle School a Title I school?
No, Salem Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salem Middle School?
100.0% of students at Salem Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.5%
- Phone
- (573) 729-6642
Resources & Links
District
SALEM R-80- District Enrollment
- 1,479
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,368
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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