Needs Improvement
#2167 of 2,221 schools in MO
Salem Upper Elem.
Elementary School · SALEM R-80
1601 S DOSS RD, Salem, MO 65560
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,167 of 2,221
In Salem
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
SALEM R-80
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Salem Upper Elem.
Elementary School in Salem · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Salem Upper Elem.
Salem Upper Elem. is a public elementary school in Salem, MO, part of SALEM R-80. Salem Upper Elem. serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem Upper Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,167 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Salem Upper Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Salem Upper Elem. — Students at Salem Upper Elem. score 30% 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 40 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: 1.5/10.
How Salem Upper Elem. Compares
See how Salem Upper Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1601 S DOSS RD, Salem, MO 65560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem Upper Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH WOOD ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STEELVILLE ELEM. (rated 6.8/10, 25.1 miles away, in nearby Steelville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 25.6 miles away, in nearby St. James), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OZARK HILLS SCHOOL Salem | 0.9 mi | — |
| WM. H. LYNCH ELEM. Salem | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL Salem | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SALEM SR. HIGH Salem | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| I CAN TOO LEARNING CENTER Salem | 1.7 mi | — |
| NORTH WOOD ELEM. Salem | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| OAK HILL ELEM. Salem | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem | 8.5 mi | 6.5 |
| DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem | 9.3 mi | 6.5 |
| LICKING HIGH Licking | 20.3 mi | 5.1 |
| LICKING ELEM. Licking | 20.5 mi | 5.2 |
| BUNKER ELEM. Bunker | 21.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BUNKER HIGH Bunker | 21.1 mi | 6.2 |
| STEELVILLE HIGH Steelville | 23.9 mi | 6.6 |
| GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James | 25.3 mi | 7.9 |
| LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James | 25.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla | 24.1 mi | — |
| ST. JAMES HIGH St. James | 25.7 mi | 8.8 |
| STEELVILLE MIDDLE Steelville | 25.0 mi | 6.5 |
| STEELVILLE ELEM. Steelville | 25.1 mi | 6.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
| HIGHLANDVILLE ELEM. Highlandville, MO | 3.3 |
| KIPP VICTORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
| ADVANCE ELEM. Advance, MO | 3.2 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem Upper Elem.
What grades does Salem Upper Elem. serve?
Salem Upper Elem. serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend Salem Upper Elem.?
Salem Upper Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Upper Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Upper Elem. is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salem Upper Elem. rank in MO?
Salem Upper Elem. ranks #2,167 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Salem Upper Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Salem Upper Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Upper Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salem Upper Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Salem Upper Elem. a charter school?
No, Salem Upper Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salem Upper Elem. a Title I school?
No, Salem Upper Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salem Upper Elem.?
100.0% of students at Salem Upper Elem. 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
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- 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
- #4 of 4
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