For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in South Salem, OH.
The top ranked public school in South Salem, OH is Buckskin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Salem, OH public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in South Salem have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in South Salem, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buckskin Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4297 Broadway St
South Salem, OH 45681
(937) 981-2673
South Salem, OH 45681
(937) 981-2673
Grades: K-5
| 216 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in South Salem, OH?
The top ranked public schools in South Salem, OH include Buckskin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in South Salem?
1 public schools are located in South Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in South Salem?
South Salem public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
Recent Articles

Understanding Self-Contained Classrooms in Public Schools
Learn about the history of public schools incorporating self-contained classrooms, and whether they are right for your child.

Can Naviance Succeed Improve College and Career Readiness?
Learn about a new student assessment system, Naviance Succeed, which provides tools and support to increase student college and career readiness. A number of school districts are using the tool this year in hopes of improving student performance through more accurate assessment process than are currently available.

Do You Need After School Day Care? Public Schools May Be the Solution
Learn about how your child's public school may be the best source of after school and vacation day care.