Carlton vs Salem Prep High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.1 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 Prep High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
23 students
| Measure | Carlton Salem, Massachusetts | Salem Prep High School Salem, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #557 of 1,009 | – |
| National rank | #19102 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 247 | 23 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 23 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 24.5% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carlton scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.6 vs 22.6).
- •Carlton does better on math proficiency (42% vs 24.5%).
- •Carlton does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 24.5%).
- •Carlton does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 23.0).
- •Carlton is the larger school with 247 students compared with 23.
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 Prep High School?
On the Success Index (US), Carlton ranks higher (58.6 vs 22.6 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 Prep High School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlton: 247. Salem Prep High School: 23. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlton and Salem Prep High School rank in Massachusetts?
Carlton is 557th of 1,009 and Salem Prep High School is unranked among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).