Below Average
#2128 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Salem Middle School
Middle School · Salem City School District
51 NEW MARKET STREET, Salem, NJ 08079
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,128 of 2,466
In Salem
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Salem City School District
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Salem Middle School
Salem Middle School is a public middle school in Salem, NJ, part of Salem City School District. Salem Middle School serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,128 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Salem Middle School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Salem Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at Salem Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Salem Middle School — Students at Salem Middle School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 55 test records from NJ 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: 7.8/10.
How Salem Middle School Compares
See how Salem Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
51 NEW MARKET STREET, Salem, NJ 08079
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HARVEST CHRISTAIN ACADEMY, WILMINGTON (rated 9.1/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby New Castle), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mannington Township Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alloway Township School (rated 8.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Alloway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Fenwick Academy Salem | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Salem High School Salem | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Elsinboro Township School Salem | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Mannington Township Elementary School Salem | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Quinton Township School Quinton | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Valley Park Elementary School Pennsville | 4.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Pennsville Middle School Pennsville | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Penn Beach Elementary Pennsville | 5.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Pennsville Memorial High School Pennsville | 6.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Central Park Elementary School Pennsville | 6.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Alloway Township School Alloway | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| STRANG SCHOOL/RANCH HOPE Alloway | 5.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Salem County Career and Technical High School Woodstown | 6.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Salem Campus Woodstown | 6.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School Salem | 7.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Charter School of New Castle New Castle | 8.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Castle | 8.2 mi | 7.9 |
| New Castle Elementary School New Castle | 8.5 mi | 4.5 |
| HARVEST CHRISTAIN ACADEMY, WILMINGTON New Castle | 8.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Downie (Carrie) Elementary School New Castle | 8.7 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,375
Median Home Value
$180,300
Median Rent
$1,057/mo
Population
10,696
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
58.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John L. Costley Middle School East Orange, NJ | 4.6 |
| South River Middle School South River, NJ | 4.5 |
| Dennis Township Elementary/Middle Schools Cape May Court House, NJ | 5.0 |
| Florence Riverfront School Florence, NJ | 5.0 |
| Orange Preparatory Academy School of Inquiry and Innovation Orange, NJ | 4.4 |
| Phillipsburg Middle School Phillipsburg, NJ | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem Middle School
What grades does Salem Middle School serve?
Salem Middle School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Salem Middle School?
Salem Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Middle School is 14.7:1. 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 NJ?
Salem Middle School ranks #2,128 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Salem Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% 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?
85.3% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Salem County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (856) 935-2700
Resources & Links
District
Salem City School District- District Enrollment
- 1,277
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,299
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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