BRADIE SHRUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bradie Shrum Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Salem Community Schools school district, located in Salem, IN with about 856 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, Bradie Shrum Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bradie Shrum Elementary School, located in Salem, Indiana, serves as the primary elementary education hub for the Salem Community Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills. By focusing on foundational literacy, mathematics, and science, the school strives to prepare its young students for success as they transition into the middle school level, while also encouraging a sense of community pride and engagement among its diverse student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Bradie Shrum Elementary places a high value on the partnership between educators, families, and the wider Salem community. The school offers various extracurricular opportunities and student-centered initiatives designed to nurture well-rounded development, including social-emotional learning and community outreach efforts. By maintaining an inclusive atmosphere and utilizing modern educational strategies, the school aims to empower every student to reach their full potential and build a strong educational foundation for their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Bradie Shrum Elementary at (812) 833-3700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.