For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,655 students in Salem, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Salem, IN are Bradie Shrum Elementary School, Salem High School and Salem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Salem, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradie Shrum Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11101 N Shelby St
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 833-3700
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 833-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Salem High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 N Harrison St
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-3904
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-3904
Gr: 9-12 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Salem Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N Harrison St
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-3808
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-3808
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Salem, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1101 North Shelby St
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-4376
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-4376
Gr: 3-7 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Salem, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Salem, IN include Bradie Shrum Elementary School, Salem High School and Salem Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Salem?
3 public schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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