Bradie Shrum Elementary vs Salem High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 454 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bradie Shrum Elementary
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
748 students
Salem High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
492 students
| Measure | Bradie Shrum Elementary Salem, Indiana | Salem High School Salem, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #570 of 1,053 | #162 of 387 |
| National rank | #24436 of 50,301 | #6921 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 748 | 492 |
| Enrollment | 748 | 492 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.6% | 44.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.5 vs 51.0).
- •Bradie Shrum Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Salem High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 43%).
- •Salem High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.1% vs 56.6%).
- •Salem High School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 12.9).
- •Bradie Shrum Elementary is the larger school with 748 students compared with 492.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bradie Shrum Elementary better than Salem High School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem High School ranks higher (55.5 vs 51.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bradie Shrum Elementary and Salem High School?
About 454 m in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bradie Shrum Elementary: 748. Salem High School: 492. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bradie Shrum Elementary and Salem High School rank in Indiana?
Bradie Shrum Elementary is 570th of 1,053 and Salem High School is 162nd of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).