Carlton vs Salem Academy Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlton
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
247 students
Salem Academy Charter School
Salem · Charter high · Grades 6–12
480 students
| Measure | Carlton Salem, Massachusetts | Salem Academy Charter School Salem, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #557 of 1,009 | #132 of 300 |
| National rank | #19102 of 50,301 | #2705 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 247 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 58% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Academy Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 58.6).
- •Salem Academy Charter School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 42%).
- •Salem Academy Charter School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 57%).
- •Carlton does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.2).
- •Salem Academy Charter School is the larger school with 480 students compared with 247.
- •Carlton is a public school while Salem Academy Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Carlton better than Salem Academy Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Academy Charter School ranks higher (72.5 vs 58.6 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 Carlton and Salem Academy Charter School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlton: 247. Salem Academy Charter School: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlton and Salem Academy Charter School rank in Massachusetts?
Carlton is 557th of 1,009 and Salem Academy Charter School is 132nd of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).