Below Average
#2894 of 3,441 schools in OH
Salem Elementary School
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
1040 Garvey Rd, Columbus, OH 43229
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,894 of 3,441
In Columbus
#136 of 224
public schools
In district
#63 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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Salem Elementary School
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About Salem Elementary School
Salem Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Salem Elementary School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Salem Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,894 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Salem Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at Salem Elementary 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 Elementary School — Students at Salem Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 4.7/10.
How Salem Elementary School Compares
See how Salem Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1040 Garvey Rd, Columbus, OH 43229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salem Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colonial Hills Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Worthington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley Forge Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,430
Median Home Value
$210,600
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
54,237
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
40.5%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salem Elementary School
What grades does Salem Elementary School serve?
Salem Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
Salem Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salem Elementary School rank in OH?
Salem Elementary School ranks #2,894 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Salem Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salem Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Salem Elementary School a charter school?
No, Salem Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salem Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Salem Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.5%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5351
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #63 of 114
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