Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salem Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
96%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Salem Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School, Izard Co. Cons. Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
435 students attend Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Salem Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem Elementary School?
Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salem Elementary School offer ?
Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Salem Elementary School part of?
Salem Elementary School is part of Salem School District.
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