Serving 950 students in grades 7-9, Salem Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salem Junior High School's student population of 950 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
950 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Excellence, Honor, and Integrity.
School Rankings
Salem Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Junior High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#548 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Nebo School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Junior High School's ranking?
Salem Junior High School is ranked #548 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Salem Junior High School?
950 students attend Salem Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Salem Junior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Junior High School?
Salem Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salem Junior High School offer ?
Salem Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Salem Junior High School part of?
Salem Junior High School is part of Nebo School District.
School Reviews
Review Salem Junior High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
