Glenvar High vs West Salem Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenvar High
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
620 students
West Salem Elementary
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
375 students
| Measure | Glenvar High Salem, Virginia | West Salem Elementary Salem, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #81 of 317 | #208 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1037 of 16,910 | #2038 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 620 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 620 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.8% | 35.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 85% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Salem Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.0 vs 81.6).
- •Glenvar High does better on math proficiency (92% vs 85%).
- •Glenvar High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 83%).
- •West Salem Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.5% vs 35.8%).
- •West Salem Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 16.3).
- •Glenvar High is the larger school with 620 students compared with 375.
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 Glenvar High better than West Salem Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Salem Elementary ranks higher (86.0 vs 81.6 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 Glenvar High and West Salem Elementary?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenvar High: 620. West Salem Elementary: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenvar High and West Salem Elementary rank in Virginia?
Glenvar High is 81st of 317 and West Salem Elementary is 208th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).