SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL

Salem Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Salem City School District school district, located in SALEM, NJ with about 381 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 8th 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 39 teachers, Salem Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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 51 New Market Street in Salem, New Jersey, serves as a key educational institution within the Salem City School District. The school is dedicated to supporting students during the pivotal middle-grade years, typically focusing on fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development. By providing a structured environment, the school aims to prepare its student body for the transition to high school, emphasizing fundamental skills and essential curriculum standards that align with the state’s educational requirements.

Beyond the classroom, the school functions as a core component of the local Salem community. It strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that addresses the diverse needs of its students, encouraging engagement through various school-based activities and initiatives. By prioritizing collaboration between educators, students, and families, Salem Middle School seeks to build a supportive foundation that helps young learners navigate the challenges of adolescence while developing the academic competencies necessary for their future success.

For more information, contact Salem Middle School at (856) 935-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

51 NEW MARKET STREET
SALEM, NJ 08079-9048
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SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SALEM, NJ with about 381 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
381
Teachers:
39
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
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 381 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 73% of the student body.

Black or African American
73.2%
Hispanic/Latino
13.4%
White
10.5%
Two or more races
1.8%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
53.0%
Male
47.0%

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.