What types of schools are available in Salem, Illinois?

Salem, Illinois offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Salem, Illinois

Q: How many schools are in Salem, Illinois?

There are 4 schools in Salem, Illinois, serving 1,878 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Salem?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Salem, Illinois, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 4 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

1,878

Total Students

Across Salem

13.5:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

4 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%

ELA Assessment Score32%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 706 students at Salem Community High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Franklin Park Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 4-8

1325 Bobcat Cir, Salem, IL 62881

1300 Bobcat Cir, Salem, IL 62881

Selmaville Elem School

publicmiddlePK-8

3185 Selmaville Rd, Salem, IL 62881

Salem Community High School

publichighGrade 9-12

1200 N Broadway Ave, Salem, IL 62881

Detailed Overview of Schools in Salem

Salem, Illinois is home to 4 schools serving over 1,878 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Salem, Illinois?

There are 4 schools in Salem, serving 1,878 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Salem?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Salem include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Salem?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Salem is 13.5:1.

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