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West Salem Elementary

520 N Bruffey St, Salem, VA 24153, United States

+1 (540) 387-2503

http://salem.k12.va.us/west/

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West Salem Elementary Overview

About This School

West Salem Elementary is a public elementary in Salem, Virginia, serving 375 students in grades PK-5. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with 27 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $63,662. Support services include one counselor for every 300 students. Students are evenly split between male and female populations. The student body is 79% White, 7% Hispanic, 6% Black, 5% Two or More Races, and 3% Asian.

375

Total Students

PK-5

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

27 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Salem City

Students per Counselor

300:1

West Salem Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12:1

State Avg: 13.3:1

300

Students per Counselor

West Salem Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$63,662

City Avg: $62,749

State Avg: $66,502

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor300:1

West Salem Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

49.87%

Male

50.13%

Female

Total Enrollment: 375 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White78.93%

Hispanic6.93%

Asian3.2%

Black6.4%

Two or More Races4.53%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Salem Elementary

Q: What is West Salem Elementary?

A: West Salem Elementary is a elementary public located in Salem.

Q: How many students attend West Salem Elementary?

A: West Salem Elementary has approximately 375 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Salem Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Salem Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about West Salem Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About West Salem Elementary - Salem, VA

Quick Facts about West Salem Elementary
School Name	West Salem Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	520 N Bruffey St, Salem, VA 24153, Salem, VA
County	Salem City
Phone	+1 (540) 387-2503
Total Students	375
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	27
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Salem Elementary

What is West Salem Elementary?

West Salem Elementary is a elementary public located in Salem.

How many students attend West Salem Elementary?

West Salem Elementary has approximately 375 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Salem Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West Salem Elementary is 13:1.

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