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Best Schools in Salem, South Dakota

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

4
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
455
Total Students
Across Salem
15:1
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 Score32%
ELA Assessment Score45%
🎯 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)0 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 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 225 students at Mccook Central Elementary - 02.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Mccook Central High School - 01
publichighGrade 9-12
200 E Essex, Salem, SD 57058
4.5
Rating
Students
118
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
54.5%
Math Proficiency
34.5%
Mccook Central Middle School - 03
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
200 E Essex, Salem, SD 57058
4
Rating
Students
84
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
37%
Goldenview Colony School - 04
publicmiddleK-8
25473 438Th Ave, Salem, SD 57058
3.5
Rating
Students
28
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
49.5%
Math Proficiency
20%
Mccook Central Elementary - 02
publicelementaryPK-5
200 E Essex, Salem, SD 57058
3.5
Rating
Students
225
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
34.5%
Math Proficiency
34.5%

Detailed Overview of Schools in Salem

Salem, South Dakota is home to 4 schools serving over 455 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Salem, South Dakota?

There are 4 schools in Salem, serving 455 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 15:1.

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