Salem Middle School vs Salem Sr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 153 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Salem Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
254 students
Salem Sr. High
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
606 students
| Measure | Salem Middle School Salem, Missouri | Salem Sr. High Salem, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #346 of 392 | #385 of 497 |
| National rank | #12934 of 15,369 | #11308 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 254 | 606 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 53.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 15% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Sr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 24.6).
- •Salem Middle School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 15%).
- •Salem Sr. High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 36%).
- •Salem Sr. High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.8% vs 100%).
- •Salem Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.5).
- •Salem Sr. High is the larger school with 606 students compared with 254.
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 Middle School better than Salem Sr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Sr. High ranks higher (38.6 vs 24.6 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 Salem Middle School and Salem Sr. High?
About 153 m in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Salem Middle School: 254. Salem Sr. High: 606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Salem Middle School and Salem Sr. High rank in Missouri?
Salem Middle School is 346th of 392 and Salem Sr. High is 385th of 497 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).