SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

SALEM HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Salem City School District school district, located in SALEM, NJ with about 334 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 46 teachers, SALEM HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

SALEM HIGH SCHOOL, located at 219 Walnut Street in Salem, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the City of Salem School District. As a smaller, community-focused school, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves transitioning directly into the workforce, enlisting in the military, or pursuing higher education at a college or university. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, leveraging its size to foster stronger relationships between students and faculty.

Beyond its core academic offerings, SALEM HIGH SCHOOL is deeply integrated into the cultural and social fabric of the Salem community. The school promotes a well-rounded student experience through various extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented organizations that encourage school spirit and civic engagement. By focusing on both academic achievement and the personal growth of its student body, the school aims to equip its graduates with the essential skills and values needed to contribute positively to their local community and the broader world.

For more information, contact SALEM HIGH SCHOOL at (856) 935-3900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

219 WALNUT ST
SALEM, NJ 08079-9048
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SALEM HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SALEM, NJ with about 334 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
334
Teachers:
46
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 334 students

Black or African American
63.2%
White
24.0%
Hispanic/Latino
11.1%
Two or more races
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.