Salem High School is a public high school in Salem, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Salem City School District. The school's athletic teams compete as the Salem Quakers in the Ohio High School Athletic Association as a member of the Eastern Buckeye Conference.
Serving 610 students in grades 9-12, Salem High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salem High School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1860
Colors
Black, Red
School Motto
Preparing all students in a safe and welcoming learning environment to be informed citizens who embrace life-long learning, and who are capable of taking their places as contributing members of society.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Salem High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
86%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Salem City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem High School's ranking?
Salem High School is ranked #1295 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Salem High School often compared to?
Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leetonia Jr./sr. High School, David Anderson Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem High School?
The graduation rate of Salem High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Salem High School?
610 students attend Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Salem High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem High School?
Salem High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salem High School offer ?
Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem High School part of?
Salem High School is part of Salem City School District.
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