For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 393 students in Salem, NJ.
The top-ranked public high school in Salem, NJ is Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, NJ public high school have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Salem have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Salem, NJ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salem High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Salem, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
219 Walnut St
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-3900
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Salem, NJ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Salem, NJ include Salem High School.
How many public high schools are located in Salem?
1 public high schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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