Deep Creek High vs Salem High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deep Creek High
Chesapeake · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,691 students
Salem High
Virginia Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,690 students
| Measure | Deep Creek High Chesapeake, Virginia | Salem High Virginia Beach, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #147 of 317 | #79 of 317 |
| National rank | #2780 of 16,910 | #1033 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,691 | 1,690 |
| Enrollment | 1,691 | 1,690 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 34.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 92% |
| city | Chesapeake | Virginia Beach |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.7 vs 72.1).
- •Salem High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 87%).
- •Salem High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.7% vs 72.3%).
- •Deep Creek High does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 16.6).
- •Deep Creek High is the larger school with 1,691 students compared with 1,690.
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 Deep Creek High better than Salem High?
On the Success Index (US), Salem High ranks higher (81.7 vs 72.1 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 Deep Creek High and Salem High?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deep Creek High: 1,691. Salem High: 1,690. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deep Creek High and Salem High rank in Virginia?
Deep Creek High is 147th of 317 and Salem High is 79th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).