SALEM HIGH

1993 Sun Devil Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 22464

1,650 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Salem High School, located on Sun Devil Drive in Virginia Beach, is a prominent secondary institution within the Virginia Beach City Public Schools district. Known for its distinct "Sun Devil" mascot and school spirit, the school serves a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. As a cornerstone of the local community, it emphasizes a balance between rigorous classroom instruction and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, ranging from competitive athletics to specialized arts and service-based clubs.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Salem High is perhaps best known for hosting the **Visual and Performing Arts Academy (VPAA)**, a highly regarded magnet program that draws talented students from across the district. This specialized academy provides intensive training in areas such as dance, music, theatre, and visual arts, fostering a creative environment that distinguishes Salem from many other schools in the region. By integrating these artistic pathways with a traditional high school experience, the school cultivates a unique culture that encourages student expression, academic achievement, and personal development.

1,650

Total Students

108.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SALEM HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	614
Hispanic	213
Black	440
Asian	154
Two or More	211
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	13

White
614 (37.2 %)
Black
440 (26.7 %)
Hispanic
213 (12.9 %)
Two or More
211 (12.8 %)
Asian
154 (9.3 %)
Pacific Islander
13 (0.8 %)
American Indian
5 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Phone:	(757)648-5650
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,650
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	108.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	462
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	124

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 460

Grade 10 430

Grade 11 387

Grade 12 373