Salem Academy Charter School vs Saltonstall School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 552 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Salem Academy Charter School
Salem · Charter high · Grades 6–12
480 students
Saltonstall School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–8
412 students
| Measure | Salem Academy Charter School Salem, Massachusetts | Saltonstall School Salem, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #132 of 300 | #769 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #2705 of 16,910 | #29993 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 480 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 480 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 36% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Academy Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 43.0).
- •Salem Academy Charter School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 36%).
- •Salem Academy Charter School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 46%).
- •Salem Academy Charter School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.3).
- •Salem Academy Charter School is the larger school with 480 students compared with 412.
- •Salem Academy Charter School is a charter school while Saltonstall School is a public 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 Salem Academy Charter School better than Saltonstall School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Academy Charter School ranks higher (72.5 vs 43.0 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 Salem Academy Charter School and Saltonstall School?
About 552 m in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Salem Academy Charter School: 480. Saltonstall School: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Salem Academy Charter School and Saltonstall School rank in Massachusetts?
Salem Academy Charter School is 132nd of 300 and Saltonstall School is 769th of 1,009 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).