Pennsville Memorial High School vs Salem High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pennsville Memorial High School
Pennsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
483 students
Salem High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
393 students
| Measure | Pennsville Memorial High School Pennsville, New Jersey | Salem High School Salem, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #242 of 357 | #287 of 357 |
| National rank | #10825 of 16,910 | #13514 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 483 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 63.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 12% |
| city | Pennsville | Salem |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pennsville Memorial High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.6 vs 29.2).
- •Pennsville Memorial High School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Pennsville Memorial High School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Pennsville Memorial High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 63.1%).
- •Pennsville Memorial High School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.2).
- •Pennsville Memorial High School is the larger school with 483 students compared with 393.
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 Pennsville Memorial High School better than Salem High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pennsville Memorial High School ranks higher (40.6 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 Pennsville Memorial High School and Salem High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Pennsville and Salem in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pennsville Memorial High School: 483. Salem High School: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pennsville Memorial High School and Salem High School rank in New Jersey?
Pennsville Memorial High School is 242nd of 357 and Salem High School is 287th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).