North Salem High School vs South Salem High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oregon, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Salem High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,107 students
South Salem High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,195 students
| Measure | North Salem High School Salem, Oregon | South Salem High School Salem, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #140 of 215 | #97 of 215 |
| National rank | #12180 of 16,910 | #10212 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,107 | 2,195 |
| Enrollment | 2,107 | 2,195 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 39% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Salem High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 35.1).
- •South Salem High School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 28%).
- •South Salem High School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 63%).
- •North Salem High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.3% vs 89.5%).
- •North Salem High School does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 23.6).
- •South Salem High School is the larger school with 2,195 students compared with 2,107.
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 North Salem High School better than South Salem High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Salem High School ranks higher (43.0 vs 35.1 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 North Salem High School and South Salem High School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Salem High School: 2,107. South Salem High School: 2,195. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Salem High School and South Salem High School rank in Oregon?
North Salem High School is 140th of 215 and South Salem High School is 97th of 215 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).