School District
Salem City Schools
- Salem, VA
- Rating 4.06 out of 5 53 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade A minus
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A minus
- Health & Safetygrade B+
- Administrationgrade B
- Sportsgrade A+
- Foodgrade B
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
81%
Percent Proficient - Math
82%
Average Graduation Rate
93%
Average SAT
1170
253 responses
Average ACT
26
71 responses
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Students
Diversity
grade B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
3,958
Free or Reduced Lunch
32.3%
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$62,037
Teachers in First/Second Year
1.6%
Finances
Expenses Per Student
$11,352 / student
National
$12,239- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Good for Familiesgrade B+
- Housinggrade B
Median Household Income
$57,165
National
$62,843Median Rent
$913
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$181,900
National
$217,500Salem City Schools Reviews
Rating 4.06 out of 5 53 reviews
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The schools in this town used to be reputable, specifically South Salem Elementary. However, through the years, budget cuts and ever-differing political views turned what was once a joyous township, eager to offer young students an opportunity, into a slow, downtrodden cluster of schools that are uninspired, unfriendly, and very, VERY poorly equipped for dealing with minority students and students in emotional turmoil.
At Salem there is a family type of environment. Here they have a 6 point grading scale that can take a while to get used to, but once you get used to it, it gets a lot easier. The teachers and faculty here constantly try their hardest to make sure that you know that they are there to help you with any and everything. While there’s a family type of environment, you can tell that some students are more privileged than others, especially when it comes to sports. When it comes to academics, the teachers here will not let you fail, they’ll give you chance, after chance, after chance to get a good grade. The only thing that gets annoying is how small the school is with so many people in it, but overall it’s a good school.
The environment is amazing and most teachers truly care about you. It offers International Baccalaureate and AP classes. There is a variety of class choices. Their are also several opportunities to participate in an internship in your preferred area of study your senior year. Their are dozens of creative clubs for everyone to participate in. They have a 6 point grading scale which is more challenging to keep and A but teachers often grade with a curve. People move to Salem just so their child can go to Salem City Schools. It is perfect for every type of learner and person!