Serving 444 students in grades 3-8, Salem Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Salem Middle School's student population of 444 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salem Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2111 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
72%
15%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Middle School's ranking?
Salem Middle School is ranked #2111 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Salem Middle School often compared to?
Salem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mannington Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Salem Middle School?
444 students attend Salem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Salem Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem Middle School?
Salem Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salem Middle School offer ?
Salem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Salem Middle School part of?
Salem Middle School is part of Salem City School District.
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