South Salem Elementary vs Tazewell Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Salem Elementary
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
371 students
Tazewell Intermediate
North Tazewell · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
371 students
| Measure | South Salem Elementary Salem, Virginia | Tazewell Intermediate North Tazewell, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #98 of 1,142 | #792 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #857 of 50,301 | #14005 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 371 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.2% | 88.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 91% | 87% |
| city | Salem | North Tazewell |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Salem Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.7 vs 66.2).
- •South Salem Elementary does better on math proficiency (91% vs 87%).
- •Tazewell Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 81%).
- •South Salem Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.2% vs 88.4%).
- •South Salem Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 17.7).
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 South Salem Elementary better than Tazewell Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), South Salem Elementary ranks higher (89.7 vs 66.2 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 South Salem Elementary and Tazewell Intermediate?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Salem and North Tazewell in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Salem Elementary: 371. Tazewell Intermediate: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Salem Elementary and Tazewell Intermediate rank in Virginia?
South Salem Elementary is 98th of 1,142 and Tazewell Intermediate is 792nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).