Barnett School vs Salem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnett School
Payson · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
508 students
Salem School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
508 students
| Measure | Barnett School Payson, Utah | Salem School Salem, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #483 of 580 | #331 of 580 |
| National rank | #37458 of 50,301 | #25772 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 508 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 508 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.2% | 20.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 44% |
| city | Payson | Salem |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 31.6).
- •Salem School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 33%).
- •Salem School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 33%).
- •Salem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.7% vs 50.2%).
- •Barnett School does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 25.4).
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 Barnett School better than Salem School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem School ranks higher (49.1 vs 31.6 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 Barnett School and Salem School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Payson and Salem in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barnett School: 508. Salem School: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barnett School and Salem School rank in Utah?
Barnett School is 483rd of 580 and Salem School is 331st of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).