For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 238 students in Salem, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in Salem, NY is Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, NY public high school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Salem have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Salem, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salem High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Salem, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
41 E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-7600
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-7600
Gr: 7-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Salem, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Salem, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Salem, NY include Salem High School.
How many public high schools are located in Salem?
1 public high schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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