School Overview
Salem Middle School, located in the rapidly growing town of Apex, North Carolina, is a key part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is situated in a suburban community that values academic achievement and community engagement. As part of one of the largest and most highly regarded school districts in the state, Salem Middle benefits from the district's extensive resources, diverse curriculum offerings, and a structured approach to student development that aims to prepare middle-schoolers for the rigors of high school.

The school is characterized by a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that balances core academic subjects—such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—with a wide range of extracurricular activities and elective programs. These programs often include opportunities in the arts, athletics, and technology, designed to encourage student discovery and social growth. By leveraging its location within the Apex area, Salem Middle emphasizes strong home-school partnerships, encouraging parental involvement to ensure students are well-supported both in the classroom and in their personal development throughout their middle school years.
1,071
Total Students
64.1
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Salem Middle
Demographic Student Count
White592
Hispanic159
Black80
Asian196
Two or More39
American Indian2
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    592 (55.3 %)
  • Asian
    196 (18.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    159 (14.8 %)
  • Black
    80 (7.5 %)
  • Two or More
    39 (3.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wake County Schools
Phone: (919)363-1870
Website: http://salemms.wcpss.net/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,071
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 64.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 184
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19
Grades Taught
Grade 6 319
Grade 7 362
Grade 8 390

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Salem Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6319
Grade 7362
Grade 8390
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Salem Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52649.1%
Male54550.9%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)