Manchester Central High School vs Salem High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Hampshire, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manchester Central High School
Manchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,130 students
Salem High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,116 students
| Measure | Manchester Central High School Manchester, New Hampshire | Salem High School Salem, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #76 of 89 | #40 of 89 |
| National rank | #9838 of 16,910 | #3792 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,130 | 1,116 |
| Enrollment | 1,130 | 1,116 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45% | 14.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 40% |
| city | Manchester | Salem |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.1 vs 44.4).
- •Salem High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •Salem High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 49%).
- •Salem High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.9% vs 45%).
- •Salem High School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.3).
- •Manchester Central High School is the larger school with 1,130 students compared with 1,116.
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 Manchester Central High School better than Salem High School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem High School ranks higher (68.1 vs 44.4 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 Manchester Central High School and Salem High School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Salem in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manchester Central High School: 1,130. Salem High School: 1,116. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manchester Central High School and Salem High School rank in New Hampshire?
Manchester Central High School is 76th of 89 and Salem High School is 40th of 89 among high schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).