SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

Salem High is a public high school that is part of the Salem City Public Schools school district, located in Salem, VA with about 1,292 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 84 teachers, Salem High 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.

Salem High School, located at 400 Spartan Dr in Salem, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Salem City School Division. Known for its strong commitment to both academic excellence and extracurricular engagement, the school operates under the motto of fostering a supportive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a rigorous curriculum that balances traditional coursework with various elective opportunities designed to meet diverse student interests.

Beyond the classroom, Salem High is widely recognized for its vibrant school spirit and competitive athletic programs, often rallying behind their "Spartan" identity. The school encourages a holistic approach to student development, offering an array of clubs, fine arts programs, and leadership opportunities that allow students to cultivate their talents outside of academics. By maintaining strong community ties and a focus on continuous improvement, Salem High strives to equip its graduates with the skills, values, and experiences necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving global society.

For more information, contact Salem High at (540) 387-2437 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

400 Spartan Dr
Salem, VA 24153-3296
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SALEM HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Salem, VA with about 1,292 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,292
Teachers:
84.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental 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 1,292 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SALEM HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
76.6%
Black or African American
11.5%
Two or more races
4.6%
Hispanic/Latino
4.3%
Asian
2.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.7%
Male
50.3%

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.