John Fenwick Academy vs Salem High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 963 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Fenwick Academy
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
387 students
Salem High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
393 students
| Measure | John Fenwick Academy Salem, New Jersey | Salem High School Salem, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1250 of 1,479 | #287 of 357 |
| National rank | #34826 of 50,301 | #13514 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 387 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.3% | 63.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 12% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Fenwick Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.7 vs 29.2).
- •Salem High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.1% vs 69.3%).
- •Salem High School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 16.8).
- •Salem High School is the larger school with 393 students compared with 387.
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 John Fenwick Academy better than Salem High School?
On the Success Index (US), John Fenwick Academy ranks higher (35.7 vs 29.2 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 John Fenwick Academy and Salem High School?
About 963 m in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Fenwick Academy: 387. Salem High School: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Fenwick Academy and Salem High School rank in New Jersey?
John Fenwick Academy is 1250th of 1,479 and Salem High School is 287th of 357 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).