Mt. Loafer School vs Salem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mt. Loafer School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
642 students
Salem School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
508 students
| Measure | Mt. Loafer School Salem, Utah | Salem School Salem, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #273 of 580 | #331 of 580 |
| National rank | #22239 of 50,301 | #25772 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 642 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 642 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.4% | 20.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 44% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mt. Loafer School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.2 vs 49.1).
- •Mt. Loafer School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Mt. Loafer School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.4% vs 20.7%).
- •Mt. Loafer School does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 25.4).
- •Mt. Loafer School is the larger school with 642 students compared with 508.
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 Mt. Loafer School better than Salem School?
On the Success Index (US), Mt. Loafer School ranks higher (54.2 vs 49.1 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 Mt. Loafer School and Salem School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mt. Loafer School: 642. Salem School: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mt. Loafer School and Salem School rank in Utah?
Mt. Loafer School is 273rd of 580 and Salem School is 331st of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).