Serving 714 students in grades 9-12, Salem Community High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salem Community High School's student population of 714 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salem Community High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Community High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1690 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Community High School's ranking?
Salem Community High School is ranked #1690 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Salem Community High School often compared to?
Salem Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centralia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem Community High School?
The graduation rate of Salem Community High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Salem Community High School?
714 students attend Salem Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Salem Community High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem Community High School?
Salem Community High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salem Community High School offer ?
Salem Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Salem Community High School part of?
Salem Community High School is part of Salem CHSD 600 School District.
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