Best Public Schools in Salem, AR (2025-26)

Best Salem Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 851 students in Salem, AR.

The top ranked public schools in Salem, AR are Salem Elementary School and Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Salem, AR public schools have an score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and score of 56% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Salem, AR (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Salem Elementary School

(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
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10/

Top 10%

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313 Hwy 62 E Ste 4
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-2456

Gr: K-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Rank: #22.

Salem High School

(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
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313 Hwy 62 E Ste 2
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-3293

Gr: 7-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Salem, AR?

The top ranked public schools in Salem, AR include Salem Elementary School and Salem High School.

How many public schools are located in Salem?

2 public schools are located in Salem.

What is the racial composition of students in Salem?

Salem public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).