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Best Salem Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,325 students in Salem, OH (there are , serving 208 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Salem, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Salem, OH are West Branch Early Learning Center, Southeast Elementary School and Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Salem, OH (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Branch Early Learning Center
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
14405 Pricetown Rd
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 938-4500
Gr: K-2 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2200 Merle Rd
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 332-8925
Gr: 5-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Salem High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1200 E 6th St
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 332-8905
Gr: 9-12 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Reilly Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
491 Reilly Ave
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 332-8921
Gr: 3-4 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Salem Junior High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 E 6th St
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 332-8914
Gr: 7-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Buckeye Elementary School
1200 Buckeye Ave
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 332-8917
Gr: K-2 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Salem, Ohio

Salem, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Goshen Center Elementary School (Closed 2006)
14003 W South Range Rd
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 337-7996
Gr: PK-2 | 188 students
H E Mullins Practical Nursing (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
1200 E 6th St
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 332-8940
Prospect Elementary School (Closed 2007)
838 Prospect St
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 332-8919
Gr: 4-6 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Salem, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Salem, OH include West Branch Early Learning Center, Southeast Elementary School and Salem High School.
How many public schools are located in Salem?
6 public schools are located in Salem.
What percentage of students in Salem go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Salem are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Salem are often viewed compared to one another?

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