Bradie Shrum Elementary vs Salem Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 227 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 Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
352 students
| Measure | Bradie Shrum Elementary Salem, Indiana | Salem Middle School Salem, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #570 of 1,053 | #214 of 335 |
| National rank | #24436 of 50,301 | #8744 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 748 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 748 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.6% | 50.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 30% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bradie Shrum Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 44.9).
- •Bradie Shrum Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 30%).
- •Bradie Shrum Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 40%).
- •Salem Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.9% vs 56.6%).
- •Salem Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 12.9).
- •Bradie Shrum Elementary is the larger school with 748 students compared with 352.
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 Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Bradie Shrum Elementary ranks higher (51.0 vs 44.9 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 Middle School?
About 227 m in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bradie Shrum Elementary: 748. Salem Middle School: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bradie Shrum Elementary and Salem Middle School rank in Indiana?
Bradie Shrum Elementary is 570th of 1,053 and Salem Middle School is 214th of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).