For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 596 students in Salem, AL.
The top ranked public school in Salem, AL is Wacoochee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, AL public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Salem, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wacoochee Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
125 Lee Road 254
Salem, AL 36874
(334) 664-4072
Salem, AL 36874
(334) 664-4072
Gr: PK-6 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Salem, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Salem, AL include Wacoochee Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Salem?
1 public schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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