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#1666 of 2,216 schools in MO
Salem Sr. High
High School · SALEM R-80
1400 TIGER PRIDE DR, Salem, MO 65560
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Salem
#7 of 8
public schools
Missouri high schools
#414 of 532
In district
#3 of 4
SALEM R-80
About Salem Sr. High
SALEM SR. HIGH is a regular public high school located in the remote town of Salem, Missouri. The school serves students from ninth to twelfth grade and has an enrollment of 630 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1.
Located at 1400 Tiger Pride Drive, the school benefits from having 37 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to its students. The academic performance at Salem SR. HIGH is currently rated at 3.6 out of 10 by MySchoolScout and ranks as the 1948th best high school in Missouri out of 2234 schools, placing it around the 13th percentile statewide.
In terms of proficiency rates, 52% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, while only 12% meet this standard in math. These numbers suggest that there is significant room for academic growth and development at Salem SR. HIGH.
Salem SR. HIGH sits in a remote setting where the community values its school as an essential hub for education and social interaction.
Score Breakdown
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Salem Sr. High — Students at Salem Sr. High score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.6/10.
How Salem Sr. High Compares
See how Salem Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 15% (2019) to 12% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 52% (2022).
Location
1400 TIGER PRIDE DR, Salem, MO 65560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST. JAMES HIGH (rated 6.9/10, 24.5 miles away, in nearby St. James), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LICKING HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Licking), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL Salem | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| I CAN TOO LEARNING CENTER Salem | 0.5 mi | — |
| WM. H. LYNCH ELEM. Salem | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| OZARK HILLS SCHOOL Salem | 1.3 mi | — |
| SALEM UPPER ELEM. Salem | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTH WOOD ELEM. Salem | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| OAK HILL ELEM. Salem | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem | 7.6 mi | 7.2 |
| GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem | 8.6 mi | 9.1 |
| LICKING HIGH Licking | 19.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LICKING ELEM. Licking | 19.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla | 22.6 mi | — |
| GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James | 24.1 mi | 7.9 |
| PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs | 19.5 mi | 6.0 |
| LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James | 24.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ST. JAMES HIGH St. James | 24.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla | 23.3 mi | 3.9 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla | 23.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla | 23.5 mi | 5.4 |
| B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla | 23.2 mi | 7.5 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Salem Sr. High has a median household income of $53,423. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,700, with a median rent of $625/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.1%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAUMONT CTE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 5.3 |
| FREDERICKTOWN HIGH Fredericktown, MO | 5.3 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 5.3 |
| KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH Kirksville, MO | 5.3 |
| NEVADA HIGH Nevada, MO | 5.3 |
| WARSAW HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw, MO | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem Sr. High
What grades does Salem Sr. High serve?
Salem Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Salem Sr. High?
Salem Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Sr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Sr. High is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salem Sr. High rank in MO?
Salem Sr. High is ranked #1666 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Salem Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem Sr. High has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Salem Sr. High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Salem Sr. High has 11.5% math proficiency and 52.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Salem Sr. High a charter school?
No, Salem Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salem Sr. High a Title I school?
No, Salem Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salem Sr. High?
50.6% of students at Salem Sr. High 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,879/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Salem). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 630
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dent County
- Phone
- (573) 729-6642
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SALEM R-80- District Enrollment
- 1,479
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,368
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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