SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL

Salem Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DeKalb County school district, located in Lithonia, GA with about 1,007 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 66 teachers, Salem Middle School 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 Middle School, located at 5333 Salem Rd in Lithonia, Georgia, is a public middle school serving students in the DeKalb County School District. As a central educational hub in the Lithonia community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive middle-grades curriculum designed to prepare students for the academic and social transitions inherent in their adolescent years. The facility serves a diverse student population and is committed to fostering an environment that promotes both academic achievement and personal growth through various extracurricular activities and instructional programs.

The school operates with a focus on collaborative learning and student development, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and parental engagement. Like many schools in the DeKalb County system, Salem Middle School utilizes state-mandated academic standards to guide its classroom instruction while offering support services to ensure that students with varying learning needs receive adequate attention. By maintaining a balance between rigorous academics and social-emotional development, the school strives to equip its students with the foundational skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Salem Middle School at (678) 676-9402 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.