Salem High vs Tallwood High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Salem High
Virginia Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,690 students
Tallwood High
Virginia Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,890 students
| Measure | Salem High Virginia Beach, Virginia | Tallwood High Virginia Beach, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 77 Top 10% |
| State rank | #79 of 317 | #108 of 317 |
| National rank | #1033 of 16,910 | #1703 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,690 | 1,890 |
| Enrollment | 1,690 | 1,890 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.7% | 43.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 83% |
| city | Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.7 vs 77.2).
- •Salem High does better on math proficiency (92% vs 83%).
- •Salem High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 90%).
- •Salem High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.7% vs 43.6%).
- •Tallwood High does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.6).
- •Tallwood High is the larger school with 1,890 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 Salem High better than Tallwood High?
On the Success Index (US), Salem High ranks higher (81.7 vs 77.2 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 Salem High and Tallwood High?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and Virginia Beach in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Salem High: 1,690. Tallwood High: 1,890. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Salem High and Tallwood High rank in Virginia?
Salem High is 79th of 317 and Tallwood High is 108th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).